**106329BR** **Job Title:** Senior Applications Scientist Colors CD&D - Erlanger, KY **Department/Function:** Research & Development **Job Description:** **Senior Applications Scientist Colors CD&D - Erlanger, KY** **Position Overview:** The Senior Scientist, Color Applications will serve as a technical expert in applying naturally derived colors across diverse food and beverage systems. Working within a leading color ingredient supplier, this role focuses on evaluating color performance, stability, and sensory impact in real-world applications and supporting customers as they transition from synthetic (FD&C) colors to alternatives from natural sources. The ideal candidate combines deep technical knowledge of food science and color behavior with strong customer-facing skills to deliver practical, innovative solutions that meet both regulatory and consumer expectations. **Key Responsibilities:** + Application Development & Testing + Design and execute experiments to evaluate the performance of naturally-derived colors in various food and beverage matrices (i.e. beverages, cereals, confections, dairy, baked goods, savory products, etc), including visual performance, taste, potential interactions with other ingredients, etc. + Assess color stability under different processing, pH, light and storage conditions. + Generate data and technical insights to guide formulation recommendations for customers. + In partnership with Color Scientists, may develop color formulations to meet performance requirements in target applications. + Customer Collaboration & Support + Partner with customer to facilitate Concept-through-Commercialization project management, as customers shift away from FD&C Colors + Work directly with CD&D and customers’ product development teams to identify suitable color solutions for their applications. + Provide technical guidance during reformulation projects converting FD&C colors to natural sources. + Conduct on-site trials, demonstrations and troubleshooting as needed. + Technical Communication + Translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for both internal teams and external customers. + Prepare application reports, presentations and technical documentation to support sales and marketing efforts. + Cross-Functional Partnership + Collaborate with internal CD&D, Regulatory, Marketing and Commercial teams to ensure proposed color solutions meet performance, compliance and customer expectations. + Contribute to the development of technical training materials and best-practice guides for color use. + Innovation & Market Insight + Stay current on emerging trends in color technology, clean-label reformulation and consumer preferences. + Identify opportunities to expand application knowledge and improve the performance of existing color products. **Qualifications** + Bachelor’s or higher in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field. + Minimum 7+ years of experience in food and beverage product development or applications science, preferably within an ingredient or color supplier environment. + Strong understanding of color chemistry, food formulation and processing interactions affecting color performance. + Demonstrated ability to design and interpret application trials and communicate results effectively to technical and non-technical audiences. + Experience supporting customers through reformulation or conversion projects from synthetic to natural ingredients. + Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and project management skills. **Preferred Attributes** + Familiarity with global regulatory frameworks for colors and additives. + Experience with analytical and color measurement tools (spectrophotometry, colorimetry, etc). + Practical knowledge of ingredient interactions (proteins, emulsifiers, acids, etc.) affecting color stability. + Strong customer orientation and ability to thrive in a collaborative, solution-driven environment. **Working Conditions** + Laboratory and pilot-scale testing environment with periodic travel (up to 20%) to customer sites and trade shows. Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings. ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. REF:106329BR **Req/Job ID:** 106329BR **City:** Erlanger **State:** KY - Kentucky **Ref ID:** \#LI-SU1 **:** **About ADM** At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com. **:** \#LI-Onsite **\t:** **\#IncludingYou** Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together. We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law **:** **Benefits and Perks** Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including: + **Physical wellness** – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable). + **Financial wellness** – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection. + **Mental and social wellness** – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares). Additional benefits include: + Paid time off including paid holidays. + Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave. + Tuition assistance. + Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs. *Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter. **:** Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. The pay range for this position is expected to be between: **:** $84,000.00 - $150,500.00 **Salaried Incentive Plan:** The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus