Curaleaf

Confections Formulation Scientist

Curaleaf

Lexington, KY • Full-Time 💰 $78,000 - $87,000

Posted 6 months ago • 99 views

Job Description

Curaleaf is seeking a Confections Formulation Scientist to develop and scale innovative cannabis-infused products. The successful candidate will have a strong background in food and beverage manufacturing, with expertise in ingredient functionality, emulsions, and hydrocolloids. This role will involve conducting formulation trials, leading product testing, and supporting commercialization to bring new concepts to market.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supporting the development, optimization, and scaling of cannabis-infused edibles and beverages
  • Conducting sensory testing, shelf-life studies, and technical evaluations of texture, flavor, and stability
  • Maintaining SOPs, batch records, and technical documentation to streamline operations and support audits
  • Ensuring compliance with GMP, food safety, labeling, and cannabis regulations
  • Managing formulation and ingredient data using MRP systems and formulation software

Requirements

  • 5-8 years of experience in food or beverage manufacturing
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Food Chemistry, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience in beverage formulation and scale-up
  • Strong understanding of ingredient functionality, food chemistry, emulsions, and hydrocolloids
  • Familiarity with GMPs, food safety, and regulatory requirements

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Generous PTO and parental leave
  • 401(K) retirement plan
  • Life/disability insurance
  • Community involvement
  • Referral bonuses and product discounts

Job Details

Job Type

Full-Time

Category

Processing

Company Size

5000+ employees

Remote Work

On-site

Pay Range

$78,000 - $87,000

About Curaleaf

Curaleaf

Curaleaf

Cannabis Cultivation

Curaleaf is one of the largest cannabis operators in the United States, with a presence in 17 states and over 100 dispensary locations. As a vertically integrated company, Curaleaf cultivates, processes, and sells a wide range of cannabis products including flower, pre-rolls, vapes, edibles, and topicals under multiple brand names.

Stamford, CT
5000+ employees employees
Founded in 2010
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