Food Science Validation Specialist - Team Leader

We are looking for a bright, energetic, and committed professional to work as a validation specialist in our New York facility. Dover Brook Associates will provide support and extensive training for the activities related to the exciting projects. This will allow growth in specialized fields of science and industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing routine microbiological and chemical procedures on food and pharmaceutical products and equipment according to company and standard methods.

Responsibilities include:
Performing a variety of validation tests and assays both at on-site locations and in the laboratory. The testing will be in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations including assisting in the preparation of protocols and reports; collection, organization, and analysis of data; and preparation of study results for presentation at meetings. The work will involve food and pharmaceutical products which include retort/autoclave and aseptic processing and packaging lines. Microbiological and chemical validation testing includes but is not limited to food spoilage analysis, standard plate count, spore count, serial dilution, titration, pH, and H2O2 residual testing. Knowledge of regulatory testing, evaluation, and validation of low-acid food aseptic processing equipment is a plus.

Additionally, the right person should be able to understand basic lab instructions and be able to follow microbiology test protocols and standard operating procedures, write up results, and summarize data. Must be willing to travel.

The position offers you an opportunity to contribute and professionally develop with an exciting, forward-thinking, and fast-moving company. We value the professional development of our employees and offer educational opportunities. DBA believes in team-building activities or work-sponsored events; the morale of our people is important. Our company adheres to the principle that employees should feel valued and satisfied with their projects.

Background requirements:
BS in Biology, Microbiology, Food Science, or a related field with experience in microbiology and a good grasp of aseptic techniques. Should have good communication and problem-solving skills. We prefer knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint software, and Statistics.

Regional and International Travel Requirements:

Our Main Office is located in Chester, NY.
This position involves frequent travel, with an estimated 40-50% of your work time spent traveling regionally within the continental US and potentially on international trips.