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Careers in Food Science and Technology

Food Science graduates develop in-demand skills in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, physics, engineering, nutrition, biology, math, and other disciplines valued across multiple career paths and sectors.

Food Science Career Paths

Research and Development Education Food Safety and Inspection Sales and Marketing

Food Science Career Sectors

Academia Industry Government Non-profit and International

Food Scientists can pursue a variety of different career paths, and typically earn salaries competitive with other science and engineering degrees. 

Research and Development

Food scientist and technologist.

Food scientists and technologists use a variety of methods to study the content of food. They use the information that they find to develop new food products or improve the value, production, packaging, and selection of existing food products. Aside from being involved in food production, a food scientist’s career may also involve regulatory responsibilities. They may evaluate methods used in food production facilities to make sure that food safety standards are met, and enforce regulations when necessary. Other activities may include discovering new sources of food, testing for contaminants or harmful additives, and more!

Learn more at the  Institute of Food Technology

Food Science Technician

Food science technicians, also known as food analysts, provide assistance to food scientists and technologists in their research. They perform standardized tests for quality assurance, quality control, and content analysis of food products. Food science technicians compile and maintain data obtained from their laboratory tests. Technicians analyze results in order to classify products and samples or compare results with standard tables. They ensure that food products and packaging meet required specifications. Food technicians may be responsible for preparing reports based on their results. Technicians are involved in cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment.

Extension Agents and Specialists

A Cooperative extension service agent provides education about current research findings to community members on a wide range of topics, such as agriculture, safety and environmental information. They are a part of the Cooperative Extension Service, a branch of the U.S Department of Agriculture and land-grant universities. Service Agents work with Extension specialists, who are based at universities. Extension specialists provide Service Agents with necessary training and information for their community outreach.

• Horticulture
• Suburban sprawl
• Environmental issues
• Public policy
• Food safety and nutrition

Extension specialists usually conduct research within their area of interest and use their findings within their educational programs. They may prepare other educational resources for the general public, such as videos or guide booklets.

Food Safety and Inspection

Consumer safety officer.

Consumer safety officers conduct assessments in production plants to verify that their food safety systems are designed properly. They also make sure that the systems function properly. CSO may conduct investigations and gather evidence to support enforcement actions.

Food Inspector

Food inspectors ensure the safety and freshness of food for public consumption. They inspect slaughter houses and processing plants to ensure that federal agricultural laws and regulations related to the production of meat, poultry, eggs and their processed by-products are being followed.

Food inspectors may progress to work as consumer safety inspectors. These inspectors work in privately owned meat, poultry, and egg processing plants and ensure that plants are following safety sanitation guidelines. Another position food inspectors may assume is that of an import inspector. These individuals work at ports or other points of entry to the U.S. and make sure that imported products are safe.

Food Policy Analyst

Policy analysts are involved in formulating and evaluating government policies. They may work with groups such as non-profit organizations or agencies. Food policy analysts may focus on issues such as food safety and production, nutritional assistance programs, and relevant international affairs. Analysts are usually involved in researching the impacts of policies. Analysts obtain data and formulate statistics and reports that will later be used to address issues.

Sales and Marketing

Sales representative.

Sales representatives promote the sales of products and services of their employer companies. Sales representatives that work for companies that produce technical or scientific products typically visit with prospective buyers and explain how their product can meet their needs. For example, a pharmaceutical sales representative can meet with physicians, and other medical specialists to talk about how a certain drug works, its benefits, and side effects. Sales representatives may also sell laboratory products, medical equipment, nutrition and food products.

For more details check out the  Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)  Career page .

Texas A&M’s Food Science graduates find exciting opportunities for employment in academia, the food industry (private sector), governmental agencies, non-profit and international agencies.

Academic Sector

Public and private universities throughout the United States and abroad employ food scientists in both faculty and research positions. Food Science academics contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field, train the next generation of professionals, and have a positive impact on industry practices through research and education.

Private Sector and Industry

Many of our Food Science graduates are employed by leading food and beverage companies such as Pepsi Co., General Mills Inc., Kellogg’s, HEB and more. Companies in the private sector include:

• Food Product Development Companies
• Nutritional Product Development Companies
• Nutraceutical Companies
• Pharmaceutical Companies
• Manufacturing Companies

Government Sector

Various branches of the government employ food science graduates, such as:

Federal Government

U.S. Department of Agriculture – This large department takes on the responsibility of developing and executing federal policy on food and farming. The USDA oversees a variety of topics including food safety, animal and plant health, natural resource management, and the use of biotechnology and other scientific technologies, such as reproduction influences, in food. This department is divided into multiple services and programs.

• The Food Safety and Inspection Service
• Agricultural Research Service
• Beltsville Human Nutrition Research Center
• Women Infants and Children
• Children’s Nutrition Research Center

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – This agency is responsible for multiple divisions related to human health. These divisions provide a variety of services. These divisions provide a variety of services. For a full list of divisions visit:  http://www.hhs.gov/open/contacts/index.html#od

U.S. Department of Homeland Security – The Department of Homeland Security aims to keep the Nation safe from possible threats. To attain this mission, the agency requires thousands of employees from wide-ranging careers and backgrounds. Nutritional Sciences majors may be involved in the areas of public health, food production safety, and biosecurity.

State Government

Texas A&M AgriLife Research Service  – Texas AgriLife Research, as part of the Texas A&M System, is an important research institution for the State of Texas. Research areas include agriculture, plant and animal diseases, field production, and other important issues. The AgriLife extension service is the community outreach and educational component of AgriLife.

Texas Education Agency  – This agency is made up of several divisions in different areas of education, some of which include health and safety, education research and data analysis, and No Child Left Behind program coordination.

Texas Health and Human Services Commission – This commission oversees the Texas Health and Human Services System. The commission is responsible for administration of health programs as well as direct overseeing of some of these programs. It is comprised of five agencies:

• Health and Human Services Commission
• Department of State Health Services
• Department of Family and Protective Services

State colleges and universities – state college and university employees are a part of the state government workforce and include professors and research laboratory personnel.

County and Municipal Government

County and municipal governments are organized into different departments, such as the Brazos County Health Department. This department provides services to maintain public health, such as adult health and immunization clinics where community members may obtain education and health benefits. The  Brazos County Health Department  also has a health education and promotion division in which health educators provide programs, information, certification opportunities, and presentations for the community.  There are other health and human services locations in every community, such as the  Brazos Valley Food Bank , the  Brazos Valley Community Action Programs , and the  Boys and Girls Club of Brazos Valley .

Non-Profit and International Sector

CARE  – This non-profit organization focuses on fighting poverty through international programs for basic education, preventing the spread of disease, and disaster-relief services.

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations  – This organization works to achieve food security, improve food production in rural areas, and to make sure that people have access to food with enough nutritional value to maintain healthy lives. This organization is composed of seven departments and has established offices worldwide.

Peace Corps  – Peace Corps is a unique government agency in that it was established to promote world peace and friendship. The agency establishes service programs worldwide and volunteers devote their skills to participate in specific programs. The work of a volunteer depends on the needs of the host country and the ability of that volunteer to contribute to those needs.

United States Agency for International Development  – U.S. Agency for International Development is a government agency that provides assistance programs in foreign countries that people in those countries to obtain basic needs, such as food and nutritional education.

World Health Organization  – The WHO directs global health matters within the United Nations System. This includes leadership on research, monitoring and assessing health trends, articulating health policies, and more.

There are numerous non-profit organizations; some may even be local groups. Internship and other educational opportunities are readily available within NPO’s. Many run with a fairly small permanent staff and often require the aid of numerous volunteers to reach their goals.

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Research & Development

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Within R&D , we’re committed to developing innovative foods, beverages and nutritional health solutions for people and pets everywhere across all their life stages.

The 4,100 employees working within our R&D function worldwide – from scientists and engineers to regulatory experts and culinary chefs – are key to our success. They help drive our growth through breakthrough research that is translated quickly into products and services that are good for both consumers and the planet.

By joining us, you could be working on the next generation of plant-based foods, affordable nutrition, cutting-edge machine systems, sustainable packaging solutions or new analytical technologies to ensure food safety. Technical support for Nestlé factories worldwide is a vital part of our role too.

Beyond full-time positions, we also support young people through apprenticeships and internships, and fund PhD students and post-doctoral work in different areas of food science and technology within Nestlé Research. For example, the Nestlé Institute of Health Sciences PhD program (pdf, 130Kb) provides students with the unique possibility to acquire the skills and competencies required to conduct independent experimental research on nutrition and health.

You can also apply for an open challenge in our R+D Accelerator , a network with locations across the world. Here, small teams of students, start-ups and Nestlé 'intrapreneurs' work to fast-track the development of food and beverage innovations.

We look for

Friendly, respectful and inspiring people who care about the people and pets whose lives we touch every day.

You'll have a background in a key R&D -related discipline – everything from product development, nutrition & health, science and technology and culinary through to regulatory or legal – and will be motivated to drive innovation with an entrepreneurial mindset that unlocks the power of food, allowing us to develop products and services that are good for you and good for the planet.

I enjoy being a product developer in Nestlé R&D because the environment gives me the freedom to create and explore. The people here have an open mindset in terms of trying new things and I’m empowered to make decisions and act – to deliver safe, high quality and sustainable products. Our function is full of amazing people and resources that I can easily access, to support my personal and professional development.

Is a career in Research & Development the right fit for you?

Explore our other career areas, technical & production, supply chain & procurement, administrative, communications, engineering, human resources, information technology, internships and apprenticeships.

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Research associate - food science, academic job description, food science.

Research Associate

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University’s second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: We believe that achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs requires an understanding of the world’s complex, interlocking systems. We believe that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. We believe that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS can address challenges and opportunities of the greatest relevance, here in New York, across the nation, and around the world.

Position Function

To provide leadership for an active research group conducting research on pathogenesis, stress response, transmission as well as evolution, ecology, and population genetics of foodborne and zoonotic pathogens (including Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella ) and spoilage organisms, including supervision of graduate students and technicians. The incumbent will be expected to develop and carry out a research program on applied food safety for multiple food commodities (e.g. produce, meat, dairy, etc.), molecular biology, pathogenesis, molecular epidemiology, evolution, stress response, and transmission of food and waterborne, zoonotic, and other bacterial pathogens and/or spoilage organisms.

Responsibilities will include conducting qualitative and quantitative research, including data analysis, dissemination and application of research findings, reporting of results and preparation of manuscripts, and developing research proposals for external funding. This position will also specifically support whole genome sequencing and RNA-seq efforts in the Wiedmann and Martin lab.

1 year appointment, pending renewable funding, available work, and performance; position is full-time.

Anticipated Division of Time

The incumbent is expected to coordinate and manage a strong research program in applied food safety, microbial ecology, molecular biology, pathogenesis, evolution, stress response, and transmission of food and waterborne, zoonotic, and other bacterial pathogens and/or spoilage organisms. Specific responsibilities will include:

•  Plan, perform, and conduct experiments, including field experiments (30%);
• Supervise graduate students and technicians (20 %);
• Prepare manuscripts and help with manuscript preparation (35%);
• Prepare and submit research proposals for funding by USDA, NIH, and other agencies and foundations to support the incumbent’s research and activities (10%); and
• Represent the research group by attending and presenting at scientific conferences, seminars, workshops, and meetings (5%). Opportunities exist for the development of an independent research program.

Requirements

• · Ph.D. in food science, microbiology, molecular biology, genetics or related fields and experience in molecular biology, bacterial genetics, pathogenic bacteriology and/or food microbiology.
• Extensive experience in applied food safety, traditional food microbiology techniques, reduced factorial models, antimicrobial testing, and design of experiments.
• Experience with foodborne pathogens (e.g. Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes ) in different food commodities (e.g. produce, dairy, and meat).
• Experience with molecular biology, microbial ecology, and molecular epidemiology, preferred.
• · Excellent oral and written communication skills. 
• Excellent quantitative and statistics skills.
• · A valid NYS drivers license is also required.

Supervision

Direction will be received from Dr. Martin Wiedmann, Gellert Family Professor of Food Safety.

Supervision Exercised

Functional supervision will be exercised over technical support staff, as well as graduate and undergraduate students involved in research.

Please apply via Academic Jobs Online ( https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28073 )

Qualified candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and a statement supporting diverse communities (this can be a stand-alone document (preferred) or the information can be embedded in other parts of the application materials) outlining how, through research, teaching, service, mentoring, extension, and/or outreach, the candidate has and will contribute to support Cornell’s historical mission of “any person … any study,” via the website. 

Applications will be reviewed as received, continuing until a suitable applicant is identified.

CALS hiring range for this title is $75,000 to $78,000

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

Life. Changing.

Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League and Land-grant university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.

Cornell’s regional and global presence includes state-wide Cornell Cooperative Extension programs and offices in all counties and boroughs, global partnerships with institutions and communities engaged in life-changing research and education, the medical college’s campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, and the Cornell Tech campus on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. 

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

$49,100.00 - $94,700.00

Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

• Prior relevant work or industry experience.
• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
• Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
• Unique applicable skills.

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Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. 

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. With our main campus located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

We offer a rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of personal life, including: employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave, flexible work options.

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Internship – research & development food scientist.

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General Mills was named #1 Best Place to Work for New Grads by Forbes and one of the Top 100 Intern Programs in the US. 

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT AT GENERAL MILLS?

The General Mills Research & Development Internship is a great way to kick-off your career. You will build broad experience in technical foundations, functional depth, and professional development. You’ll develop and enhance your digital skills, gaining experience in data analysis, project management, and/or collaboration tools. The internship allows candidates to demonstrate leadership, embrace a learning mindset, build a strong network of peers, develop business context, and learn the General Mills and Innovation, Technology & Quality (ITQ) culture.

WHAT WILL I DO? 

As an R&D Food Scientist Intern, you will experience a robust 10-week internship with hopes that you’ll roll into our full-time R&D Leadership Development Program upon graduation. During your internship you will:

• Create new products with an emphasis on consumer-first design
• Improve existing products and optimize formulas for consumer appeal, manufacturing, and cost
• Leverage knowledge of food science and ingredient functionality to develop remarkable products
• Create new, improve existing, and eliminate waste from products and processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional internal partners to build and grow our businesses
• Engage external partners around the world to increase efficiency and to identify new capabilities
• Interact with consumers and customers to develop meaningful insights and translate them into concepts, prototypes, and commercial offerings
• Develop technical depth and business acumen
• Apply or build digital tools to accelerate learning.​
• Solve technical problems leveraging new or existing digital tools.​
• Impact people’s lives and communities around the world

WHY INTERN AT GENERAL MILLS? 

As one of the world’s leading food companies, General Mills believes that food should make us better. Food brings us joy and nourishes our lives, connecting us to each other and the earth. General Mills operates in more than 100 countries and markets more than 100 consumer brands, including Cheerios, Haagen-Dazs, Nature Valley, Betty Crocker, Blue Buffalo, Pillsbury, Yoplait, Old El Paso, Totinos and more.

Headquartered in Minneapolis, General Mills generated fiscal 2024 net sales US $20 billion.

WHERE WILL I WORK?

You will work at our James Ford Bell Technical Center in Minneapolis, MN. To learn more about our technical center location and the surrounding area click here!

IS THIS YOU?

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. in Food Science or related degree
• Graduating in Winter 2025 or Spring 2026
• Strong academic record
• Ability to deliver outstanding results and are developing technical & business acumen
• Learning mindset & cultural agility, curiosity & inventiveness
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills, passion, enthusiasm, and professional maturity
• Leadership Experience

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• Internship is 10-weeks in Summer 2025
• Relocation assistance and optional subsidized furnished housing available (if eligible)

The hourly rate for this position is $31.73. At General Mills we strive for each employee’s pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences and skills for their role. The pay for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decision including, but not limited to, educational degree in process, major of study and year in school. Beyond pay, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall development, including subsidized housing & relocation (if applicable & requirements are met), a summer of learning and fun, health benefits, wellbeing support and perks. Specific benefits may vary by role, location, and other employment status factors.  

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with General Mills (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).

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Department of Animal, Veterinary and Food Sciences

Department of animal, veterinary & food sciences.

University of Idaho

Physical Address: E. J. Iddings Agricultural Science Laboratory, Rm 213 606 S Rayburn St

Mailing Address: 875 Perimeter Drive MS 2330 Moscow, ID 83844-2330

Phone: 208-885-6345

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Ph.D. Food Science

Career information is not specific to degree level. Some career options may require an advanced degree.

Current Job Openings and Salary Range

in ID, WA, OR, MT and HI

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Senior-Level

• Career Options
• Quality Control Systems Manager
• Food Scientist and Technologist
• Health Educator
• Agricultural Sciences Teacher, Postsecondary

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Employment trends and projected job growth in ID, WA, OR, MT & HI

*Job data is collected from national, state and private sources. For more information, visit EMSI's data sources page .

• Degree Prep

To prepare for courses required to earn a degree in food science, we recommend you:

• have a master's degree in food science, chemistry, microbiology or biology
• enjoy independent lab work and research
• Degree Roadmap

Find a wealth of knowledge to help you succeed – from taking care of preliminary items associated with starting your graduate studies at the University of Idaho to finishing your degree.

Follow the detailed graduate admission requirements before filling out your application to the College of Graduate Studies .

To find out about deadlines and eligibility requirements, please visit the University of Idaho Financial Aid office .

• Scholarships

Over 400 scholarships are offered exclusively to College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) students based on GPA and other qualifications.

You can find general need- and merit-based scholarships on the Financial Aid office's scholarships page .

• Hands-on Learning
• Access to UI and WSU campuses and labs
• Design and conduct scientific experiments
• Mentor undergraduates in research or club activities
• Join faculty in international research projects
• Collaborate with the UI Food Technology Center, WSU Creamery, USDA Western Wheat Quality Lab, and more!
• Present research at professional society events and competitions
• Food Science Club
• College Bowl Team
• Food Product Development Team
• Graduate and Professional Student Association
• Job Openings and Salary Range
• Employment Trends

Exploring What We Eat

A doctorate gives graduates the professional and leadership skills to succeed in food and allied industries, government or academia. Students interact with faculty at both the University of Idaho and Washington State University, allowing for a more diverse education and access to research facilities at both institutions.

Your program of study will be individualized based on your research interests, academic experience and collaboration with your major advisor. You will conduct innovative and high-quality research to solve emerging problems in food science. Our faculty are exploring issues like E. coli, dairy chemistry and processing, food safety and processing, bacterial pathogens, mycotoxins, microbiology and bioactive packaging.

• Work for universities, the FDA or USDA, and with major food manufacturers
• Apply for research or teaching assistantships
• Lead research projects and publish your findings
• Collaborate through grant-funded research projects
• Get hands-on experience through cooperative teaching and research facilities

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