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IFT provides insights and information to help advance your career in food science and the food industry. You’ll discover food science jobs, learn the latest salary figures and employment outlook data, and discuss workplace issues with your peers.

Featured Jobs from the IFT Career Center

Sensory Manager | The Hershey Company
February 3, 2012 | US - PA - Hershey, Education:MS degree in Food Science or related field (Psychology, Statistics, etc.) is required. Experience:Minimum of 8 years of sensory management experience.. Minimum of 5 years of
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Food Biopolymer & Colloid Research Leader/ Scientist | Fonterra
January 31, 2012 | NZL - Nationwide, We are looking for PhD scientists with specific experience in the formation, structure and rheology of food biopolymer and colloid systems and a proven ability to apply theory to practical situations
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Director, Microbiology | Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA)
January 27, 2012 | US - DC - Washington, The best candidates for this position will possess the academic credentials and broad work experience of at least 10 years required to be accepted as a technical expert for the food industry. Candida
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Become a Food Scientist

Have you considered pursuing a career in the field of food science and technology? You should. The U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics has predicted good job growth in the field through 2016.

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