R&D Assistant (Food Science) Job at New School Foods (powered by NS/TX), Toronto, ON

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  • New School Foods (powered by NS/TX)
  • Toronto, ON

Job Description

About Us

At New School Foods, our mission is to accelerate the transition to a sustainable food system. Using our proprietary and purpose-built production technologies, we are creating the next generation of meat and seafood alternatives, which are designed to appeal to the average consumer. Our first product is a delicious plant-based filet that looks, cooks, tastes and flakes like Salmon, that’s full of Omega 3’ and protein. All with a lower carbon footprint, zero mecury, and made without harming the ocean.

About The Role

We are a fast-growing, mission-driven team. Our R&D Assistants will play an important role in bridging the gap between product development and production. In this role, you will help validate and test all new formulas, production processes and equipment.

As a R&d Assistant You Will

  • Collaboration with cross functional teams (including Food Science, Engineering, Quality, and Production) to validate and improve efficiency of new & custom pieces of equipment
  • Support on production trials and experiments for new formulations and processes
  • Assist team in tracking, analyze and present data on trials and experiments.
  • Identify areas for increased optimization and work with the team to create and implement solutions.
  • Assist team in creating SOPs, operator guides, troubleshooting guidelines and other documentation as needed.
  • Familiarize and hold yourself accountable to all quality and sanitation standards, policies and procedures, escalating any issues and/or deficiencies when you see them.

You Will Bring

  • A Bachelors in a Science related field and experience in a lab setting.
  • Experience working with or on a commercial production line is a bonus
  • Understanding and knowledge of various instruments and tools in scientific experimentation and data analysis.
  • Adaptable in a high paced environment.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability lift up to 20lbs.
  • High attention to detail.

Important Note: Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and racialized people of every gender are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At New School Foods, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the person we’re looking for!

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