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Food Scientist, Dairy & Beverages

ICL Group Americas

Webster Groves, MO · Posted November 4, 2026

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About the job

As the Food Scientist in the Dairy and Beverage group, you'll drive innovation by transforming customer needs, industry trends, and R&D breakthroughs into cutting-edge applications across dairy, non-dairy, and beverage.

Relocation assistance is available for this role.

I’m interested! What will I get to do in this position?

Lead the technical development of new product applications in dairy, non-dairy and beverage

Conduct testing and analysis to assess functional and organoleptic properties of products/prototypes

Develop new product formulations applications to promote ICL portfolio of products

Collaborate with the Commercial Team and ICL Front End Innovation on customer applications

Conduct regular customer visits and provide technical support and training

Develop and maintain detailed project plans and timelines

Manage project deliverables, scope, and change control; escalate risks/issues when necessary

Monitoring project progress and performance

What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role?

Master’s in Food Science/Technology or related; emphasis on dairy science preferred

3+ years of relevant experience in ingredients and/or consumer goods focused on dairy applications (dairy protein beverages, processed cheese, etc.)

Expertise in food testing, processes, sensory evaluation, and chemistry of food products.

Strong documentation, organization, and time management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to travel up to 25%

ICL will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Compensation at ICL: If you are hired at ICL, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. We also offer a generous benefits package (more information on benefits listed below).

Salary Range: $80,000 - $110,000

Annual Bonus Target: 7%, subject to plan provisions.

We've Got You Covered ICL is committed to offering you a comprehensive set of benefits to empower you and your family physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. The benefits we offer to our diverse and inclusive workforce include:

Competitive base pay and performance bonus

Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits that start quickly – the first of the month after hire

Wellness Incentive Program to lower your health insurance cost

Inclusive benefits for growing families, covering fertility, adoption, and parental leave

Generous Leave and FMLA policies

Tax-advantaged health savings and spending accounts (when applicable)

Prescription program that provides most generic maintenance medications at no cost (including Insulin products)

401k eligibility from day one of employment with a generous company matching contribution. 100% vested after one year of service

Crisis assistance available to support employees during unforeseen circumstances

Employee Assistance Program that includes comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members

Student Loan Assistance

Business travel reward points are eligible for personal use

Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation

Free membership to a program that offers various discounts for travel, entertainment, groceries, and much more

To learn more, visit: www.iclfood.com

About ICL

ICL Group Ltd. is a global leader in agriculture, food and industrial solutions, utilizing its unique mineral resources and extensive expertise to address key sustainability challenges related to food security and access to essential minerals. ICL is focused on driving long-term growth through its specialty agriculture and food businesses, while strategically managing its bromine, potash and phosphate mineral resources. ICL’s global professional workforce is dedicated to expanding its growth engines and efficiently operating – both structurally and economically – while maintaining and optimizing its core operations. The company’s operations are organized under four segments: Industrial Products, Potash, Phosphate Solutions and Growing Solutions. ICL shares are dual listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (NYSE and TASE: ICL). The company employs more than 12,000 people worldwide, and its 2025 revenues totaled approximately $7 billion. For more information, visit the company's website at www.icl-group.com .

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