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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

Account Manager | Roha USA LLC: May 7, 2013 | US - IL - Chicago, Applicants MUST meet following requirements: Minimum 5 years experience in selling food ingredients across various industries. Must be well connected with prospective customers in the; View Details >>

Account Manager | Roha USA LLC: May 7, 2013 | US - GA - Atlanta, Applicants MUST meet following requirements: Minimum 5 years experience in selling food ingredients across various industries. Must be well connected with prospective customers in the; View Details >>

Product Development Professional - Sauce | Barilla America, Inc.: April 22, 2013 | US - IL - Bannockburn, Qualified candidates will possess the following: · BS degree in Food Science or Engineering or related field; MS or PhD preferred · 5-7 years of experi; View Details >>

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2011 IFT Membership Employment & Salary Survey Report

The 2011 IFT Salary Survey Report is now available online. Examine the data gathered from IFT U.S. members to compare salaries by business sector, background, geography, and more. The report is free to members.

What people are saying . . .

"The IFT Career Fair has been a great resource for Kellogg’s over the years. We rely on the broad reach of the fair to identify fantastic intern candidates from schools that we don’t normally visit and would not get a chance to meet otherwise. We know we get great visibility and easy access to great candidates with the right background and experience we are looking for."

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Director –Special Projects, Core Technology
The Kellogg Company

Free Webcast: Attract and Retain Top Talent with IFT Resources

Find out how IFT programs and services can help your company stay competitive in today's job market during this free on-demand webcast. Plus, learn more about our new Certified Food Scientist (CFS) program.

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IFT Upcoming Events

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Labeling Requirements and Implications for Foods Marketed in the U.S.: Tens of thousands of food professionals from around the globe make their way each year to the IFT Food Expo.

Food Science for the Non-Food Scientist: Tens of thousands of food professionals from around the globe make their way each year to the IFT Food Expo.

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Certified Food Scientist Prep Course: Tens of thousands of food professionals from around the globe make their way each year to the IFT Food Expo.

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