Sensient is growing!! Come join Sensient in this exciting time as an Application Scientist within our Pharmaceutical Business Unit. This exciting and dynamic customer-facing role will be part of a lab-based team developing Sensient color, coating and flavor excipients for dietary supplements and pharmaceutical products. Our focus is on “non-active ingredients”.

What You’ll Do:

You will provide technical support and collaboration with colleagues to ensure projects are completed within the project timeline. Your lab out comes will be application-based solutions with Sensient colors and coatings that offer unique value propositions, including commercially viable “Cost in Use” for customers.  Develop Subject Matter Expertise for optimal usage of Sensient excipients in key customer formats (e.g., gummies, beverages, chewable tablets, etc.). Generate technical content and application samples for demonstration kits and product launches, and conduct training for the technical and commercial teams.  Respond to and resolve customer inquiries relating to technical aspects of products and their use in customer applications. Develop an understanding of customer product formulations, and guide development and troubleshooting strategies for best results with Sensient colors and coatings. Follow internal procedures for commercialization of new products and support production first runs and problem solving.      Cross-train in flavor application and participate in sensory panels.

What You’ll Bring: 

University degree (B.S. or higher) in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, biological sciences or related scientific discipline required. Prior experience and understanding of formulation, development and production of technical ingredients is preferred. Knowledge of Analytical Analysis preferred. Adaptability, learning agility, collaborative skills, planning and organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks in an effective manner are a must.  Excellent communication skills, experience in working both autonomously as well as in a team are a must.  One to three years’ experience in new product development and/or use of technical ingredients in consumable goods is preferred, especially in nutraceutical or pharmaceutical products. Periodic (<20%) travel as needed

What You’ll Get: 

Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week  An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities  A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond

SPONSORSHIP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment visa sponsorship. 

THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.

About Sensient: 

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

About Sensient Colors:

Sensient Colors is a leading developer, producer, and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a vital role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products. 

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.

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