R&D Scientist

Job Description

Overview:

· Responsible for executing critical experiments relating to various coffee brewing processes, and characterizing coffee and coffee extraction in various settings.

· This position requires strong skills in critical thinking, collaboration, attention to detail, and strong documentation and communication skills.

· Demonstrated applications of particle engineering, extraction processes, fluid dynamics are a bonus!

Responsibilities:

· Help drive a hands-on R&D project focused on brewing and process development using a countertop appliance

· Run well-designed, iterative experiments that generate high-quality data — consistency and focus are key

· Set up and operation of coffee brewing equipment

· Log detailed observations and results, then turn them into concise reports

· Balance following established test plans with applying strong critical thinking to improve how we test and learn

· Collaborate closely with the lead engineer while managing day-to-day work independently

· On-site role, working daily in our lab and processing facility

Other Necessary Functions:

· Follow all policies, procedures, ergonomic standards and safety requirements directed by the Organization and Function

· Degree in a Chemistry, Physics or Engineering discipline with 3+ years of experience.

· Experience in laboratory setting

· Must be very organized and able to manage multiple project activities/priorities

· Familiarity with basic statistics, six-sigma is a plus

· Excellent MS Office skills

· Mechanical aptitude a pluCompany Description

The Fountain Group is a nationwide staffing firm with over 80 Fortune 100-500 clients. Since 2001, TFG has maintained a consistent standard of excellence, and our work is broadly recognized every year through numerous industry performance awards. Our success is a team effort.

Browse our website below for additional information on our company.

The Fountain Group

“We work in Life Sciences, Clinical, Engineering, IT, and more. Above all, we specialize in people.”