Curaleaf

Confections Formulation Scientist

Curaleaf

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

Posted 2 months ago • 55 views

Job Description

Curaleaf is seeking a Confections Formulation Scientist to develop and scale innovative cannabis-infused products. The successful candidate will have experience in confectionery formulation and/or food manufacturing, with a strong understanding of ingredient functionality, food chemistry, emulsions, and hydrocolloids. The Confections Formulation Scientist will conduct formulation trials, lead product testing, and support commercialization to bring new concepts to market, ensuring each product is safe, consistent, and high-quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct formulation trials, lead product testing, and support commercialization to bring new concepts to market
  • Support the development, optimization, and scaling of cannabis-infused edibles through bench trials, pilot runs, and full-scale production
  • Conduct sensory testing, shelf-life studies, and technical evaluations of texture, flavor, and stability using industry tools like viscometers and texture analyzers
  • Maintain SOPs, batch records, and technical documentation to streamline operations and support audits
  • Ensure compliance with GMP, food safety, labeling, and cannabis regulations, including coordinating third-party lab testing and interpreting results

Requirements

  • 5-8 years of experience in confectionery formulation and/or food manufacturing
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Food Chemistry, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience in confection formulation and scale-up, with knowledge of production equipment
  • Strong understanding of ingredient functionality, food chemistry, emulsions, and hydrocolloids to design stable formulations
  • Familiarity with GMPs, food safety, and regulatory requirements, with direct experience in sensory testing and shelf-life evaluations

Benefits & Perks

  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • 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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