Internship - Research & Development Packaging Engineer
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The General Mills Research & Development Internship is a great way to kick-off your career. You will build broad experience in technical foundations, functional depth, and professional development. You'll develop and enhance your digital skills, gaining experience in data analysis, project management, and/or collaboration tools. The internship allows candidates to demonstrate leadership, embrace a learning mindset, build a strong network of peers, develop business context, and learn the General Mills and Innovation, Technology & Quality (ITQ) culture.
WHAT WILL I DO?
As an R&D Packaging Engineer Intern, you will experience a robust 10-week internship with hopes that you'll roll into our full-time R&D Leadership Development Program upon graduation. During your internship you will:
* Design packaging solutions to deliver on all moments of truth including remarkability at shelf, consumer functionality at the point of use, and end of life circularity
* Partner with business and Sales to understand and apply consumer insights and address customer needs
* Create new, improve existing, and eliminate waste from packaging and processes
* Collaborate with cross-functional internal partners to build and grow our businesses
* Engage external partners around the world to increase efficiency and to identify new capabilities
* Interact with consumers and customers to develop meaningful insights and translate them into concepts, prototypes, and commercial offerings
* Develop technical depth and business acumen
* Apply or build digital tools to accelerate learning.
* Solve technical problems leveraging new or existing digital tools.
* Impact people's lives and communities around the world
WHERE WILL I WORK?
James Ford Bell Technical Center in Minneapolis, MN
To learn more about our James Ford Bell Technical Center and the surrounding area, click here!
IS THIS YOU?
Minimum Qualifications:
* Pursuing a B.S. in Packaging Science/Engineering or Material Science/Engineering or related degree
* Graduating in Winter 2026 or Spring 2027
Preferred Qualifications:
* Strong academic record
* Demonstrated ability to achieve results and a commitment to developing technical and business skills
* Adaptability, curiosity, and inventiveness
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, passion for R&D, enthusiasm, and the ability to conduct themselves professionally
* Demonstrated leadership experience in academic projects, extracurricular activities, or previous work experiences
HUNGRY FOR WHAT'S NEXT?
* Internship is 10-weeks in Summer 2026
* Relocation assistance (if eligible)
The hourly rate for this position is $28.85/hour. General Mills strives to provide fair and competitive pay that reflects your skills, experience, and academic background. The pay for this role considers many factors, including, but not limited to, your degree program, major, and year in school. Beyond a competitive hourly rate, as a General Mills intern, you'll gain access to a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall development and wellbeing. This includes partially subsidized housing & relocation assistance (if applicable & requirements are met), a summer of learning and fun featuring networking opportunities with company leaders, comprehensive health benefits, wellbeing resources, and other valuable perks. Specific benefits may vary by role, location, and eligibility requirements.
Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodations request form by following this link: Accommodations Request.
Research & Development Packaging Engineer - Campus Recruiting
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The General Mills R&D Leadership Development Program is a great way to kick-off your career. As part of the program, you will have 2-3 robust experiences in your first few years at General Mills, building broad experience in technical foundations, functional depth, and professional development. You'll develop and enhance your digital skills in this role, gaining experience in data analysis, project management, and/or collaboration tools. The program allows candidates to demonstrate leadership, embrace a learning mindset, build a strong network of peers, develop business context, and learn the General Mills and Innovation, Technology & Quality (ITQ) culture.
WHAT WILL I DO?
* Design packaging solutions to deliver on all moments of truth including remarkability at shelf, consumer functionality at the point of use, and end of life circularity
* Partner with business and Sales to understand and apply consumer insights and address customer needs
* Create new, improve existing, and eliminate waste from packaging and processes
* Collaborate with cross-functional internal partners to build and grow our businesses
* Engage external partners around the world to increase efficiency and to identify new capabilities
* Interact with consumers and customers to develop meaningful insights and translate them into concepts, prototypes, and commercial offerings
* Develop technical depth and business acumen
* Apply or build digital tools to accelerate learning.
* Solve technical problems leveraging new or existing digital tools.
* Impact people's lives and communities around the world
WHERE WILL I WORK?
James Ford Bell Technical Center in Minneapolis, MN
To learn more about our James Ford Bell Technical Center and the surrounding area, click here!
IS THIS YOU?
Minimum Qualifications:
* Pursuing a B.S. in Packaging Science/Engineering or Material Science/Engineering or related degree
* Graduating in Winter 2025 or Spring 2026
Preferred Qualifications:
* Strong academic record
* Demonstrated ability to achieve results and a commitment to developing technical and business skills
* Adaptability, curiosity, and inventiveness
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, passion for R&D, enthusiasm, and the ability to conduct themselves professionally
* Demonstrated leadership experience in academic projects, extracurricular activities, or previous work experiences
HUNGRY FOR WHAT'S NEXT?
* Start Date in January 2026 or July 2026
* Relocation assistance (if eligible)
The base salary for this position is $83,000. General Mills is committed to providing fair and competitive pay that reflects your skills, experience, performance, and academic background. Beyond your salary, you'll receive a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall wellbeing, including:
* Competitive salary and eligibility for our annual incentive program
* A strong retirement program with a generous 401(k) match and company contribution.
* Modern health plans and resources for physical, mental and, financial wellbeing
* A robust time-off program for a healthy work-life balance
* Extensive training and development programs for career growth
We believe in investing in our employees and fostering a collaborative environment where everyone can thrive. Benefits may vary by role, location and other employment status factors.
Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodations request form by following this link: Accommodations Request.
Executive Director for Research & Development (Minneapolis)
Posted 12 days ago
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The Executive Director, Pharmaceutical Research & Development (R&D) is a key leadership role in Global Scientific Affairs responsible for overseeing and managing the full lifecycle of R&D projects within the organization, focusing on complex oral solid generics. This individual will report to the Chief Scientific Officer to ensure that all projects are executed efficiently, meet their objectives, and align with the company's strategic goals.
Job duties:
- Responsible for product development, particularly in the area of complex oral solid generics, according to the company's business plans.
- Participate in portfolio selection, global forums and due diligence of business development assets.
- Supervision of the development process in formulation R&D, analytical R&D, preclinical trials, and toxicological evaluations. Supervision of the technology transfer process and analytical methods to the manufacturing plant.
- Mentor research team and provide professional guidance as needed.
- Ensuring compliance with FDA guidelines and safety regulations in the laboratory.
- Participation in the preparation of ANDAs.
- Planning the annual budget.
- Monitoring professional literature and writing patents.
- Organizational development of the R&D team.
- Collaborate with other departments in Padagis.
- Deciding on the development pathway.
Minimum qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (preferred) or Life Sciences with at least 10 years of experience, or MS degree with 15 years of experience
- Five (5) years of management experience in a successful generic pharmaceuticals company in the US
- Proficiency in modified release oral solids
Preferred qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Familiarity with other dosage forms
- Formulation background in generic pharmaceuticals industry
Core competencies:
Since its beginning, Padagis has been undergoing the process of identifying what we believe will lead to the success of our organization in a competitive landscape. To that end, we have developed a set of five core competencies. We strive to bring employees on board the journey with us who exemplify these key competencies:
- Service delivery - Understand who your internal and external customers are, identify their needs, and deliver value above their expectations.
- Active collaboration - Seek opportunities to work together across teams, function, business units, and geographies to seek success.
- Demonstrate agility - Proactively identify changes in our environment and act quickly, leading or embracing change.
- Think differently - Create, develop, and implement new ideas, products, services, or processes that involve introducing something new or significantly improving something that already exists.
- Excellent execution - Achieve outstanding results in all aspects of our organization, including our culture, leadership, strategy, and processes.
About us:
At Padagis our focus is on health care products that improve people's lives. We are a market-leading generic prescription pharmaceutical company that specializes in extended topical medications, like creams, foams, mousses, gels, liquids and inhalable products. It's a great time to join our team because we have a high growth trajectory with now more than 1,300 employees across six locations in the United States and Israel. We've already established a successful track record of launching first-to-file and first-to-market generic pharmaceutical products that have helped to make prescription products more affordable for patients and reduce costs for the healthcare system. Our team members work in a dynamic environment where opportunity is built on a foundation of honesty and transparency. Please consider joining our team where great things are happening and you can make a difference.
What's Next:
At Padagis a real recruiter AND the hiring manager will review your application, not just a bot. This means we pay special attention to each application submitted for the position. While it could take a couple of days for us to get back with you, please know that we appreciate you applying for the open position and ask that you monitor your email.
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Specialized Tax Services - Research & Development Tax - Manager

Posted 4 days ago
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**Industry/Sector:** Not Applicable
**Time Type:** Full time
**Travel Requirements:** Up to 20%
At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.
In specialised tax services at PwC, you will focus on providing tax advice and solutions to clients in complex and niche areas of taxation. This includes areas such as accounting methods, fixed-assets and research and development tax credits.
Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member's unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
+ Analyse and identify the linkages and interactions between the component parts of an entire system.
+ Take ownership of projects, ensuring their successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion.
+ Partner with team leadership to ensure collective ownership of quality, timelines, and deliverables.
+ Develop skills outside your comfort zone, and encourage others to do the same.
+ Effectively mentor others.
+ Use the review of work as an opportunity to deepen the expertise of team members.
+ Address conflicts or issues, engaging in difficult conversations with clients, team members and other stakeholders, escalating where appropriate.
+ Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
The Opportunity
As part of the Corporate Tax - Specialised Tax Services team you provide exceptional technical knowledge and specialization and industry insights. As a Manager you lead teams and manage client accounts, focusing on strategic planning and mentoring junior staff. You are accountable for project success and maintaining elevated standards. Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member's unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and principles in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same. This role involves working closely on clients with the latest technologies and platforms in lending, digital banking, payments, crypto and blockchain, insurance and real estate.
Responsibilities
- Lead teams and manage client accounts
- Focus on strategic planning and mentoring junior staff
- Oversee project success and maintain elevated standards
- Motivate, develop, and inspire team members
- Leverage team strengths to meet client expectations
- Identify opportunities that contribute to the firm's success
- Embrace technology and innovation in service delivery
- Foster a culture of integrity and authenticity
What You Must Have
- Bachelor's Degree
- 4 years of experience
- CPA, Member of the Bar or other tax, technology, or finance-specific credentials may qualify for this opportunity
What Sets You Apart
- Knowledge of R&D tax issues
- Skills in analyzing organizations for R&D tax benefits
- Technical skills with research credit regulations
- Experience with R&D databases
- Proficiency in client relationship management
- Proficiency in project workflow and budgeting
- Leadership in coaching and providing feedback
- Automation and digitization proficiency
- Knowledge of pricing strategies
Learn more about how we work: does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: salary range for this position is: $99,000 - $266,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link:
Specialized Tax Services - Research & Development - Senior Associate

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**Industry/Sector:** Not Applicable
**Time Type:** Full time
**Travel Requirements:** Up to 20%
A career in our Specialised Tax Services practice, within Corporate Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet their tax obligations while managing the impact tax has on their business. You'll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing working capital, and profit sharing for partners. You'll also help organisations understand the pricing implications of goods and services between related parties, as well as providing advice on tax implications of deals.
Our team helps our clients achieve year to year consistency that leaves them in full compliance and with optimal cash savings. You'll help our clients identify qualifying cash tax savings and refund opportunities as well as gauging the impact of deductions and credits on the effective tax rate.
To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.
As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:
+ Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.
+ Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.
+ Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.
+ Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.
+ Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.
+ Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.
+ Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.
+ Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.
+ Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
+ Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
The Opportunity
As part of the Research & Development team you are expected to lead the way as technology-enabled tax advisors who provide advantages through digitization, automation, and increased efficiencies. As a Senior Associate you are expected to analyze complex problems, mentor others, and maintain rigorous standards. You are expected to focus on building client relationships, developing a deeper understanding of the business context, and navigating increasingly complex situations to grow your personal brand and technical knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Lead technology-enabled tax advisory services
- Drive digitization, automation, and efficiency improvements
- Analyze complex tax issues and provide solutions
- Mentor and develop junior team members
- Maintain exceptional standards in every tax deliverable
- Build and strengthen client relationships
- Develop a thorough understanding of the business context
- Inspire and manage team members to deliver quality work
What You Must Have
- Bachelor's Degree
- 2 years of experience
- Commitment to obtain one of the following certifications: CPA, Member of State Bar, Enrolled Agent, Master's - Engineering, Professional Engineer or other professional certifications approved for the practice before being promoted to Manager
- Other business related fields may be considered (such as, Business Administration/Management, Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, Quantitative Finance, Engineering)
What Sets You Apart
- Working knowledge of the tax issues associated with Research and Development
- Skilled technical abilities with research credit regulations from the IRS, research credit case law, and utilizing R&D databases
- Participating in client discussions and meetings actively
- Communicating a broad range of Firm services
- Managing engagements including preparing concise, accurate documents
- Creating a positive environment by monitoring workloads of the team
- Providing candid, meaningful feedback in a timely manner
- Researching business and industry trends to develop a point of view
- Innovating through new and existing technologies, experimenting with digitization solutions
- Working with large, complex data sets to build models and leverage data visualization tools
- Reviewing contracts and finding opportunities to introduce new pricing options
- Other business related fields may be considered (such as, Business Administration/Management, Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, Quantitative Finance, Engineering)
Learn more about how we work: does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $214,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link:
Senior Manager - Research and Development
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Running with Sasquatch is more than just a clever marketing campaign. As a Jack Link’s team member, Running with Sasquatch means we roll up our buffalo plaid sleeves and do the hard work first. We don’t shy away from challenges. In fact, we push hard and take risks. True to our North Woods roots, we're a bunch of ordinary people who accomplish extraordinary things by driving results with innovation, creativity and a clear sense of urgency. Like our awesome protein products, we have an unwavering passion for quality, and you won’t find anything artificial here. What you see is what you get… authentic, humble and fun people who Run with Sasquatch!
Running with Sasquatch takes a team. We invite you to run with us, succeed with us, and celebrate with us. Most importantly, Feed Your Wild Side with us on our journey to be the dominant global leader of branded protein snacks!
Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Still family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, and operates a total of 11 manufacturing and distribution facilities in four countries. Jack Link’s produces high-quality, great-tasting protein snacks that feed the wild sides of consumers around the world. Jack Link's Protein Snacks family of brands includes Jack Link's, Lorissa's Kitchen, World Kitchens Jerky, Bifi and Peperami.
Job Description
This individual will play a key role in the development and execution of corporate Research and Development (R&D) initiatives including leading the strategy of the Innovation Center, Engineering, and developing the R&D digital footprint. This includes:
- Leading the ongoing strategy for how the Innovation Center space is fully utilized to support Brand Fuel initiatives and explorations,
- Developing the R&D IT platform, exploring new technologies to help drive efficiencies, capture and organize R&D data, and
- Coordinating the strategy for how engineering innovation intersects with product and packaging innovation.
The responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:
Strategic Leadership & Innovation
- Lead the ongoing strategy, team development, and full utilization of the Innovation Center to support Brand Fuel initiatives and explorations.
- Drive continuous optimization of Innovation Center resources to maximize impact and efficiency.
- Spearhead the development and implementation of a robust R&D IT platform; identify and integrate emerging technologies to enhance efficiency, data capture, and reporting.
- Coordinate the strategic intersection of engineering innovation with product and packaging development.
- Participate in the innovation process for new idea , bringing creative solutions and fresh thinking to the table.
- Continuously assess and evolve the R&D digital strategy, including tools for data organization, reporting, and presentation.
Assess, design & implement R&D digital footprint Architecture:
- Integrate existing tools (MS Teams, Smartsheet, PLM, etc.) to enable basic data flow
- Standardize templates across Word, Excel and PowerPoint to ensure consistency and reduce manual effort
- Centralize documentation in SharePoint or OneDrive with clear folder structure and access controls
- Train Team Members on best practices for collaboration and file management.
Product Development & Commercialization:
- Support the business in developing new products aligned with consumer needs and market trends.
- Identify and evaluate manufacturing processes for new and improved products.
- Develop and manage project timelines; lead individual projects from concept to commercialization.
- Execute hands-on technical development and commercialization of new products in line with the NPD process.
- Log and maintain detailed records of test formulas, procedures, and outcomes.
- Provide input for new product cost analysis and feasibility assessments.
- Source and verify raw ingredients and materials for product development.
Quality & Continuous Improvement:
- Perform sensory audits of existing products, improvements, new products, and competitive samples.
- Champion quality awareness and maintain product quality across all product lines.
- Continuously improve products and processes to enhance quality, efficiency, and profitability.
- Document and maintain product and processing specifications, nutritional values, labeling, and regulatory compliance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Collaborate with Operations, QA, and other R&D staff to schedule and execute plant trials.
- Participate in Consumer Insights activities to understand customer and consumer needs.
- Interact with Sales and Marketing teams to align product development with business goals and customer expectations.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary.
- Integrate existing tools (MS Teams, Smartsheet, PLM, etc.) to enable basic data flow
- Standardize templates across Word, Excel and PowerPoint to ensure consistency and reduce manual effort
- Centralize documentation in SharePoint or OneDrive with clear folder structure and access controls
- Train Team Members on best practices for collaboration and file management.
Qualifications
Required Education:
- Master of Science in Food Technology, Food Science or related field or equivalent
Required Experience:
- 8 + years of experience leading, developing and coaching a team
- Experience with meat development
- Experience with a variety of R&D Management tools including hardware, software.
- Working knowledge of food manufacturing at scale
- Demonstrated understanding of R&D experiment designs
- Experience with R&D data platforms, digital tools, and emerging technologies
- Proven track record of leading innovation initiatives and digital transformation within R&D environments
- Budget experience
- Self-motivated, hands-on and results oriented
- Must be able to collaborate effectively with various manufacturing, marketing, sales and other functional teams
- Must be flexible and able to work well in a team environment
- Comfortable in a fast paced, changing environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must work effectively with all levels of management and Team Members
- Must demonstrate effective leadership, problem solving, project management, presentation, and employee motivational skills
- Proficient in Internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
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- Retail (CPG) product development experience
JACK LINK’S CORE VALUES:
Be Real, Speed Matters, Stewardship, Relationship Driven, Self-Discipline, and Show Awesome Character.
Additional Information
The salary range for this role is $144,700 - $198,990 (Annually). Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of , , , citizenship status, physical or mental , , , creed, , , , and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.
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Jack Link’s is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Senior Manager - Research and Development
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Company Description
Running with Sasquatch is more than just a clever marketing campaign. As a Jack Link’s team member, Running with Sasquatch means we roll up our buffalo plaid sleeves and do the hard work first. We don’t shy away from challenges. In fact, we push hard and take risks. True to our North Woods roots, we're a bunch of ordinary people who accomplish extraordinary things by driving results with innovation, creativity and a clear sense of urgency. Like our awesome protein products, we have an unwavering passion for quality, and you won’t find anything artificial here. What you see is what you get… authentic, humble and fun people who Run with Sasquatch!
Running with Sasquatch takes a team. We invite you to run with us, succeed with us, and celebrate with us. Most importantly, Feed Your Wild Side with us on our journey to be the dominant global leader of branded protein snacks!
Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Still family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, and operates a total of 11 manufacturing and distribution facilities in four countries. Jack Link’s produces high-quality, great-tasting protein snacks that feed the wild sides of consumers around the world. Jack Link's Protein Snacks family of brands includes Jack Link's, Lorissa's Kitchen, World Kitchens Jerky, Bifi and Peperami.
Job DescriptionThis individual will play a key role in the development and execution of corporate Research and Development (R&D) initiatives including leading the strategy of the Innovation Center, Engineering, and developing the R&D digital footprint. This includes:
- Leading the ongoing strategy for how the Innovation Center space is fully utilized to support Brand Fuel initiatives and explorations,
- Developing the R&D IT platform, exploring new technologies to help drive efficiencies, capture and organize R&D data, and
- Coordinating the strategy for how engineering innovation intersects with product and packaging innovation.
The responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:
Strategic Leadership & Innovation
- Lead the ongoing strategy, team development, and full utilization of the Innovation Center to support Brand Fuel initiatives and explorations.
- Drive continuous optimization of Innovation Center resources to maximize impact and efficiency.
- Spearhead the development and implementation of a robust R&D IT platform; identify and integrate emerging technologies to enhance efficiency, data capture, and reporting.
- Coordinate the strategic intersection of engineering innovation with product and packaging development.
- Participate in the innovation process for new idea generation, bringing creative solutions and fresh thinking to the table.
- Continuously assess and evolve the R&D digital strategy, including tools for data organization, reporting, and presentation.
Assess, design & implement R&D digital footprint Architecture:
- Integrate existing tools (MS Teams, Smartsheet, PLM, etc.) to enable basic data flow
- Standardize templates across Word, Excel and PowerPoint to ensure consistency and reduce manual effort
- Centralize documentation in SharePoint or OneDrive with clear folder structure and access controls
- Train Team Members on best practices for collaboration and file management.
Product Development & Commercialization:
- Support the business in developing new products aligned with consumer needs and market trends.
- Identify and evaluate manufacturing processes for new and improved products.
- Develop and manage project timelines; lead individual projects from concept to commercialization.
- Execute hands-on technical development and commercialization of new products in line with the NPD process.
- Log and maintain detailed records of test formulas, procedures, and outcomes.
- Provide input for new product cost analysis and feasibility assessments.
- Source and verify raw ingredients and materials for product development.
Quality & Continuous Improvement:
- Perform sensory audits of existing products, improvements, new products, and competitive samples.
- Champion quality awareness and maintain product quality across all product lines.
- Continuously improve products and processes to enhance quality, efficiency, and profitability.
- Document and maintain product and processing specifications, nutritional values, labeling, and regulatory compliance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Collaborate with Operations, QA, and other R&D staff to schedule and execute plant trials.
- Participate in Consumer Insights activities to understand customer and consumer needs.
- Interact with Sales and Marketing teams to align product development with business goals and customer expectations.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary.
- Integrate existing tools (MS Teams, Smartsheet, PLM, etc.) to enable basic data flow
- Standardize templates across Word, Excel and PowerPoint to ensure consistency and reduce manual effort
- Centralize documentation in SharePoint or OneDrive with clear folder structure and access controls
- Train Team Members on best practices for collaboration and file management.
Required Education:
- Master of Science in Food Technology, Food Science or related field or equivalent
Required Experience:
- 8 + years of experience leading, developing and coaching a team
- Experience with meat development
- Experience with a variety of R&D Management tools including hardware, software.
- Working knowledge of food manufacturing at scale
- Demonstrated understanding of R&D experiment designs
- Experience with R&D data platforms, digital tools, and emerging technologies
- Proven track record of leading innovation initiatives and digital transformation within R&D environments
- Budget experience
- Self-motivated, hands-on and results oriented
- Must be able to collaborate effectively with various manufacturing, marketing, sales and other functional teams
- Must be flexible and able to work well in a team environment
- Comfortable in a fast paced, changing environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must work effectively with all levels of management and Team Members
- Must demonstrate effective leadership, problem solving, project management, presentation, and employee motivational skills
- Proficient in Internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Preferred:
- Retail (CPG) product development experience
JACK LINK’S CORE VALUES:
Be Real, Speed Matters, Stewardship, Relationship Driven, Self-Discipline, and Show Awesome Character.
Additional Information
The salary range for this role is $144,700 - $198,990 (Annually). Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.
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Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.
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Vascular Neurologist (Research Career Development Track) (Minneapolis)
Posted 3 days ago
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The University of Minnesota Department of Neurology and M Health Fairview seek a Vascular Neurologist on a research career development track to join our dynamic, rapidly growing cerebrovascular team. This position will join a network of specialist academic physicians, fellows, residents, and APPs, providing the highest standard of care across our health system which includes a comprehensive stroke center, thrombectomy-capable stroke center, primary stroke center, and six acute stroke ready hospitals. Clinically, this position requires the highest level of vascular neurology expertise to care for complex cerebrovascular patients in person and via telestroke.
This position is a three-year track supporting those who wish to develop into clinician scientists. It is structured similarly to an NIH career development award with protected time for research career development:
- Year 1 includes 50% protected time for research career development and participation in the NIH StrokeNet Research Fellowship
- Years 2 and 3 includes at least 25% protected time with flexibility based upon the applicant's career goals and additional internal funding garnered during Year 1
When on clinical service faculty will:
- Provide direct inpatient and outpatient care for patients with stroke and other complex cerebrovascular conditions.
- Support a robust telemedicine network including integrated longitudinal inpatient care and emergent stroke consultation across our entire health network.
- Collaborate with our neurocritical intensivists, cerebrovascular neurosurgeons, and neuro-interventionalists throughout the continuum of care
- Lead innovative QI processes promoting continuous improvement in patient care and novel healthcare delivery paradigms.
- Integrate education formally and informally into clinical practice. Our trainees include stroke, neurocritical care, and endovascular surgical neuroradiology fellows, stroke research fellows, residents, and medical students.
During protected time for research faculty will:
- Complete selected coursework within the University of Minnesota's nationally-ranked School of Public Health including methodology and grant-writing courses. Intention to complete a Master's Degree in clinical research is high encouraged and tuition costs are supported by the Stroke Program.
- Work on mentored, self-initiated research projects with the goal of submission for further grant-funding.
- Have the opportunity to lead pivotal local, national, and international clinical trials.
- Additional opportunities for research, teaching, and leadership may be available for qualified applicants.
This position supports O1 visa waiver candidates.
For our full-time clinical Vascular Neurology position, click here:
What We offer:
Excellent academic support for faculty including statistical support, research mentorship, and dedicated system-wide stroke research databases.
- The University of Minnesota is a regional coordinating center for the NIH Stroke Network with established clinical research infrastructure. We are currently top enrollers in multiple, ongoing, pivotal phase-III clinical stroke trials.
- An emphasis on education with considerable conference and didactic time dedicated to training three vascular neurology fellows annually, in addition to our residents, medical students, stroke research fellows, and stroke specialist APPs.
- I n recognition of the intensity of 24-7 state-of-the-art cerebrovascular care, our stroke program is transitioning to a shift model which will eliminate nearly all overnight call. This change embodies our continued commitment to a sustainable, positive work environment that supports excellence in academic, educational, and non-clinical pursuits.
- Competitive compensation and excellent benefits support all aspects of well-being.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness-qualifying employer.
Expertise should be comprised of a medical degree and completion of an ACGME-accredited neurology residency and vascular neurology fellowship. A commitment to educating trainees and contributing to clinical research is essential. Prior telestroke experience is not required, but the individual should possess a strong interest in telemedicine and a desire to work collaboratively to provide for the cerebrovascular needs of patients at M Health Fairview.
Qualified applicants must also possess the following:- Current or eligible, unrestricted Minnesota State Medical License
- Board Certified Physician or Board Eligible Physician. If not yet certified, expectation is to acquire certification within 2 years of hire.
- This position supports qualified J1 Applicants
Pay and Benefits:
This role is dually employed by University of Minnesota Physicians and the University of Minnesota. Total salary is market competitive and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through M Physicians. The base salary range for this position is $218,757 - $344,326 commensurate with experience, qualifications, and cFTE. The salary from the University is dependent upon the academic effort of the person hired.
M Physicians provides the following benefits:
- Substantial 401K employer contribution.
- Well-being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.
- Allowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA fees.
- Malpractice insurance coverage.
- As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
In addition, the University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes low-cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans, and much more. Additional information can be found here: M Physicians Benefits and University Benefits .
Additional Requirements:
An application for the corresponding academic component of this position should be submitted through the University's employment site :
M Health and Clinical PartnershipsProviders practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system. This partnership represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.
University of MinnesotaThe University of Minnesota is among the largest and most prestigious public research universities in the nation. The University Medical School is a world-class institution with a long history of leadership and discoveries that have changed the practice of medicine. The nearly 3,000 outstanding faculty members are committed to achieving excellence in research, clinical care, and developing the next generation of health professionals.
Community InformationWe are based in Minneapolis and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report . The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living. You'll find excellent school systems , a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport. If you love the outdoors, you can enjoy all four seasons with the plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails!
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University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond.
Join us on a mission to advance medicine.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
#J-18808-LjbffrVascular Neurologist (Research Career Development Track) (Minneapolis)
Posted 12 days ago
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University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians) is a non-profit organization seeking driven individuals in both clinical and non-clinical areas to help transform health and medicine. Headquartered in Minneapolis, our organization employs more than 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers and 2,200 health professionals and staff throughout Minnesota and beyond.
Join us on a mission to advance medicine.The University of Minnesota Department of Neurology and M Health Fairview seek a Vascular Neurologist on a research career development track to join our dynamic, rapidly growing cerebrovascular team. This position will join a network of specialist academic physicians, fellows, residents, and APPs, providing the highest standard of care across our health system which includes a comprehensive stroke center, thrombectomy-capable stroke center, primary stroke center, and six acute stroke ready hospitals. Clinically, this position requires the highest level of vascular neurology expertise to care for complex cerebrovascular patients in person and via telestroke.
This position is a three-year track supporting those who wish to develop into clinician scientists. It is structured similarly to an NIH career development award with protected time for research career development:
- Year 1 includes 50% protected time for research career development and participation in the NIH StrokeNet Research Fellowship
- Years 2 and 3 includes at least 25% protected time with flexibility based upon the applicant's career goals and additional internal funding garnered during Year 1
When on clinical service faculty will:
- Provide direct inpatient and outpatient care for patients with stroke and other complex cerebrovascular conditions.
- Support a robust telemedicine network including integrated longitudinal inpatient care and emergent stroke consultation across our entire health network.
- Collaborate with our neurocritical intensivists, cerebrovascular neurosurgeons, and neuro-interventionalists throughout the continuum of care
- Lead innovative QI processes promoting continuous improvement in patient care and novel healthcare delivery paradigms.
- Integrate education formally and informally into clinical practice. Our trainees include stroke, neurocritical care, and endovascular surgical neuroradiology fellows, stroke research fellows, residents, and medical students.
During protected time for research faculty will:
- Complete selected coursework within the University of Minnesota's nationally-ranked School of Public Health including methodology and grant-writing courses. Intention to complete a Master's Degree in clinical research is high encouraged and tuition costs are supported by the Stroke Program.
- Work on mentored, self-initiated research projects with the goal of submission for further grant-funding.
- Have the opportunity to lead pivotal local, national, and international clinical trials.
- Additional opportunities for research, teaching, and leadership may be available for qualified applicants.
This position supports O1 visa waiver candidates.
For our full-time clinical Vascular Neurology position, click here:
What We offer:
-
Excellent academic support for faculty including statistical support, research mentorship, and dedicated system-wide stroke research databases.
- The University of Minnesota is a regional coordinating center for the NIH Stroke Network with established clinical research infrastructure. We are currently top enrollers in multiple, ongoing, pivotal phase-III clinical stroke trials.
- An emphasis on education with considerable conference and didactic time dedicated to training three vascular neurology fellows annually, in addition to our residents, medical students, stroke research fellows, and stroke specialist APPs.
- I n recognition of the intensity of 24-7 state-of-the-art cerebrovascular care, our stroke program is transitioning to a shift model which will eliminate nearly all overnight call. This change embodies our continued commitment to a sustainable, positive work environment that supports excellence in academic, educational, and non-clinical pursuits.
- Competitive compensation and excellent benefits support all aspects of well-being.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness-qualifying employer.
Expertise should be comprised of a medical degree and completion of an ACGME-accredited neurology residency and vascular neurology fellowship. A commitment to educating trainees and contributing to clinical research is essential. Prior telestroke experience is not required, but the individual should possess a strong interest in telemedicine and a desire to work collaboratively to provide for the cerebrovascular needs of patients at M Health Fairview.
Qualified applicants must also possess the following:- Current or eligible, unrestricted Minnesota State Medical License
- Board Certified Physician or Board Eligible Physician. If not yet certified, expectation is to acquire certification within 2 years of hire.
- This position supports qualified J1 Applicants
Our benefits package was recently recognized for its competitive and inclusive nature. Some highlights include:
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans
- As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Best in industry 401K employer contribution
- Concierge services and a well-being allowance
More information can be found here: UMN Benefits and M Physicians Benefits .
M Health and Clinical PartnershipsProviders practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system. This partnership represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.
University of MinnesotaThe University of Minnesota is among the largest and most prestigious public research universities in the nation. The University Medical School is a world-class institution with a long history of leadership and discoveries that have changed the practice of medicine. The nearly 3,000 outstanding faculty members are committed to achieving excellence in research, clinical care, and developing the next generation of health professionals.
Community InformationWe are based in Minneapolis and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report . The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living. You'll find excellent school systems , a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport. If you love the outdoors, you can enjoy all four seasons with the plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails!
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M Physicians offers competitive salary and excellent benefits and provides you with the opportunity to enhance your career in the exciting field of health care through rewarding and challenging assignments and the opportunities for advancement.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
#J-18808-LjbffrProduct Development Technician
Posted 4 days ago
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About Us
Pace Life Sciences
Pace makes the world a safer, healthier place. We advance the science of our pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical customers through the drug development process, from early-phase R&D through clinical trials and GMP commercial product support. For customers with in-house manufacturing and labs, Pace provides professional services to support their operations.
Job DescriptionMake an impact. Build a career.
At Pace , everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. We continually work to develop innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate, quality data at every critical moment and milestone.
That s why we need you your curiosity, your talents, and your drive to help us advance this important work, and your career.
Find your place at Pace
Join us as a Product Development Technician, where you ll put your love of science to work in the Scientific Insourcing Solutions division. You ll receive all the training you need to successfully take on your new role and grow an exciting laboratory sciences career at Pace .
The Scientist will prepare and test samples in the lab for adhesive products, and assist with lab maintenance.
What you ll do
- Test physical properties testing of adhesives, films, barriers, and related products
- Perform lab scale formulation/synthesis work
- Design and execute experiments
- Troubleshoot instruments, experiments, and processes
- Provide input and guidance into manufacturing process design and troubleshooting
- Analyze data generated and create written reports and presentations
- Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams on multiple projects.
What you ll bring
- Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Material Science or similar laboratory science
- 3-5 years of experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience with MS Office 365
- Good deductive reasoning and initiative to solve problems
- Able to handle multiple assignments, Self motivated, and results driven
Additional Information
Benefits
80 hrs of paid vacation per year, 7 paid holidays per year, 2 floating holidays per year (prorated based on start date), 40 hrs paid sick time per year, paid bereavement leave (days based on relation to the employee), 8 hrs paid volunteer time per year, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary supplemental life insurance, traditional 401k and ROTH 401k with a company match, HSA, FSA, employee referral bonus, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement program, employee recognition program, voluntary ID theft coverage, voluntary legal coverage, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance, and voluntary critical illness insurance.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Pay Range/Compensation $65,000.000Work Schedule M-F 8-4:30pm with some flexibility