Principal Scientist

alpha executive searchMadison, WI

yesterday

Occupations

Natural Sciences Managers Physical Scientists, All Other Molecular and Cellular Biologists

Industries

Cheese Manufacturing Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing Dry, Condensed, and Evaporated Dairy Product Manufacturing

About the role

Overview: Executive Recruiter - Partnering World-Class Companies with Top-Tier Talent Principal Scientist, R&D – Director-Level | Cheese Innovation Join a top 10 global dairy processor as a Director-level Principal Scientist leading innovation in pasta filata cheeses (string, mozzarella, provolone). This is a key strategic role driving product development, process optimization, and technical leadership across the cheese portfolio. Multiple Location Options in CALIFORNIA OR WISCONSIN Relocation assistance provided

Responsibilities: Lead R&D strategy and innovation for pasta filata cheese products. Identify new technologies to enhance quality, yield, and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, ops, packaging, and category teams. Build strategic partnerships with suppliers, universities, and industry groups. Support IP strategy, quality initiatives, and capital project feasibility.

Qualifications: Must have hands-on experience with pasta filata cheese development(string, mozzarella, provolone). Have a minimum of 5 - 10 years inDAIRYR&D or technical services. Master’s in Dairy/Food Science or related field. Proven leadership and strong communication skills. Willingness to travel 50%+. Drive innovation. Lead change. Shape the future of cheese. Additional job details

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time Job function: Research, Product Management, and Science Industries: Dairy Product Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Note: The description includes other job postings and time-stamped opportunities which are not part of the Principal Scientist role and have been omitted to maintain focus on the core position.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Manager

Location

Madison, WI

Occupation

Natural Sciences Managers

Industry

Cheese Manufacturing

Posted

yesterday

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