Sr. Food Scientist, Yogurt Product Development

About Ingredion

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide Without even realizing it, you've experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values diverse perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Singapore

Workplace type: Hybrid

Reports to: Manager – Global Dairy & Alternative Dairy Applications

As Sr. Food Scientist – Yogurt Product Development, you will lead innovation and execution in the yogurt and alternative dairy categories. You will develop and optimize fermented dairy and plant-based yogurt formulations, applying deep technical expertise to deliver impactful product solutions for Ingredion's global customers. This role blends scientific rigor, creativity, and collaboration across global R&D and commercial teams to drive new product breakthroughs.

• Lead product development initiatives in the yogurt category, partnering with Marketing, Regional Technical Services, and customers to deliver innovative and differentiated solutions.
• Translate customer needs and market insights into technical concepts and formulations that drive commercial success.
• Design and optimize yogurt and alternative dairy formulations in lab and pilot environments, ensuring functionality, stability, and manufacturability.
• Conduct experiments, analyze data, and evaluate structure–function relationships to improve product performance.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for yogurt applications, providing scientific guidance, troubleshooting support, and commercialization expertise.
• Evaluate new ingredients, technologies, and formulation systems to enhance texture, mouthfeel, and nutritional value.
• Lead project planning, manage timelines and deliverables, and communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Coordinate sensory testing, analytical measurements, and shelf-life evaluations with cross-functional teams (Sensory, Rheology, Texture).
• Support pilot-to-plant scale-up and customer trials to ensure successful commercialization.
• Maintain accurate experimental documentation and ensure compliance with global food labeling and regulatory requirements.
• Stay up to date on yogurt innovation, processing technologies, and market trends to inspire new product opportunities.
• Represent Ingredion at internal and external technical forums, trainings, and conferences.

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in yogurt product development, including dairy and plant-based systems.
• Proven record of taking products from concept to commercialization, with strong pilot and plant-scale experience.
• Deep understanding of fermentation, formulation chemistry, ingredient interactions, and process optimization.
• Strong analytical and experimental design skills, with the ability to interpret technical data.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder influence.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% globally for customer visits, trials, and industry events.

• Innovative problem solver who applies science to deliver real-world impact.
• Collaborative leader who thrives in global, cross-functional teams.
• Customer-focused communicator skilled at translating science into business value.
• Hands-on developer with curiosity and a passion for technical excellence.
• Agile learner who stays ahead of trends in dairy and alternative dairy innovation.

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your R&D career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive base salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, retirement, and well-being programs
• Career Growth – Global exposure and pathways to senior R&D or category leadership roles
• Innovation Culture – Work on cutting-edge food and dairy technologies with a global team
• Employee Recognition & Referral Programs – Celebrate achievements and share success