7 Qualitative Research Specialist jobs in Canada

Job Description: Salary: Maximum fee of $35,000 Request for Proposals Freshwater Literature Review and Data Analysis Commencing for October 2025 to March 2026 18 July 2025 PROPOSAL DEADLINE: Monday, September 8 by 5pm EDT PROPOSALS DELIVERED TO: Wildlife Conservation Society Canada 1.0 Background Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Canada is a national non-governmental organization with a mission is to save wildlife and wild places in Canada through science, conservation action, and by inspiring people to value nature. WCS Canada is affiliated with global WCS programs in more than 60 countries, and we are active at the science-policy interface in Canada and internationally. This RFP is issued by WCS Canadas Ontario Northern Boreal program, active since 2004 in the far north. As one of the few organizations with a continuous scientific presence in the region, we lead field-based research on large mammals, freshwater fish, and peatlands; co-develop programs with First Nations; collaborate with academic, government, and Indigenous researchers; and contribute to policy development to guide conservation decisions. 2.0 Contracting opportunity WCS Canada producing a report summarizing multiple years of freshwater ecological data that has been collected on the water quality, water chemistry, fish contaminants, and benthic invertebrates in northern boreal rivers in Ontario. We are seeking proposals (RFP) from qualified individuals or groups to support the completion of this report. We are requesting that individuals or groups submit a proposal outlining their qualifications, relevant experience, and proposed approach to conducting a literature review and statistical analyses of previously collected data. This work will inform and support the creation of a comprehensive and useful summary report by WCS Canada that outlines the status and trends in these northern boreal rivers. 3.0 Proposal Administration All requests for clarification and questions concerning this RFP must be submitted in writing no later than 5 September 2025 via email to Brianna Kim, Finance and Administrative Manager (indicate Freshwater Literature Review and Data Analysis on the subject line). Responses, if determined appropriate by WCS Canada, will be issued in writing to all known proposers. Proposals, plus attachments, are to be submitted in e-form to: Brianna Kim, Finance and Administrative Manager, WCS Canada may request an interview of any proposer (vendor). Such a request for an interview does not constitute a contract award. Proposals must be received no later than 5:00 PM, 8 September 2025 Key Dates:Last day to submit questions 7 September 2025 Proposals due8 September 2025 Interviews of proposers 11 to 18 September 2025 Notice of Award by 25 September 2025 4.0 Scope of Services and Desired Qualifications The services and deliverables to be provided by the proposer: Freshwater data analyses:Conduct an analysis of the spatial and temporal patterns of previously-collected data on fish contaminants, water quality, water chemistry, and benthic invertebrates in XXX (geography of the data analysis from watersheds over X years; andWhere applicable, compare findings to appropriate benchmarks and reference data from other relevant regions or studies; andProvide a clear interpretation of the data, supported by the freshwater literature review (below).Freshwater literature review:Conduct a focused review of both formally-published, peer-reviewed literature and grey literature (e.g., government reports, technical memos, unpublished studies) related to fish contaminants, water quality, water chemistry and benthic invertebrates from northern boreal river systems. The review should prioritize sources that directly inform or contextualize the interpretation of the collected data; andOrganize identified literature into a database that includes a summary for each resource.Provide assistance and support for summarizing the literature review and data analyses into a final report to be written by WCS Canada staff. The selected proposer is expected to have the following qualifications: Must have experience with freshwater ecological monitoring and research, including familiarity with common approaches used for: freshwater ecological monitoring, freshwater statistical analyses, and freshwater literature reviews;Additional preference will be given for experience with ecological monitoring and research in northern boreal rivers;Must be familiar with ecological analyses in R; andBe familiar with WCS Canadas mission and programmatic activities. 5.0 Length of Engagement The term of engagement is for an approximately 6-month period ending March 30, 2026. 6.0 Proposal Content Proposals should be clear and concise and should address in detail, and with appropriate documentation, each of the items listed below. WCS Canada may request clarification of any proposal during the evaluation process, but is not bound to do so, and proposers should not assume they will have any further opportunity to clarify their proposals subsequent to the proposal due date. Each proposer is requested to submit, on or before the submission deadline, a package containing its proposal addressing the following items in the order listed: A. Technical Qualifications 1. Contact Information On a single cover sheet, please provide:Contact information for the lead individual(s) who are anticipated to work on the project, including e-mail addresses, telephone number, and street address.Web address (if relevant).Year proposer was established (if relevant).Size of proposer (if relevant).List of proposed staff assigned to this project (if relevant).Signature of Principal and date of the signature. 2. Overview (1-page maximum) Proposers should provide a summary of their understanding of the services and deliverables that will be their responsibility and a description of the methods they will use to achieve those objectives, including technical quality assurance, and general management practices for comparable projects. 3. Qualifications Proposers are requested to provide detailed information that demonstrates the following:Experience providing the services requested in this RFP;Proficiency with projects of comparable size and complexity; andDemonstrable commitment to diversity and inclusion of staff and subcontractors. 4. Timetable/Schedule Proposers should produce a draft schedule that outlines critical milestones for the work. 5. Resume(s) A resume/CV of the individual(s) proposing to conduct the work should be attached, which must outline and explain the relevant experience of the individual(s) with similar previous projects. Upon award of the contract, substitutions of personnel will not be allowed without the prior written consent of WCS Canada. 6. References Proposers are requested to provide examples of up to three (3) similar projects, recently completed or in progress, with the following information for each:Description of the workName of a contact person who can provide a reference References may be contacted directly by WCS Canada. B. Fee Proposal Maximum Fee The total proposal fee shall not exceed $5,000 CAD, inclusive of all applicable sales taxes, administrative expenses, and any other project-related costs.Base fee ___Additional fees (e.g., information technology infrastructure costs, administrative support charge) ___ Total ___ 3.Other services Provide information regarding how any requested additional services will be charged (e.g., personnel with titles and hourly or per diem rates). 7.0 General Conditions of Proposal Submissions The following general conditions apply to all proposals submitted in response to any RFP issued by WCS and WCS Canada (collectively referred to below as (WCS Canada):Non-Binding: WCS Canadas solicitation of proposals in response to any RFP does not commit WCS Canada to award a contract, and this RFP is not an offer to enter into a contract for the services to be provided as described herein.Proposal Materials and Costs: WCS Canada is not liable for any costs incurred in the preparation, submission or negotiation of a response to its RFP or incurred for any other purpose or reason in connection with the RFP. No materials submitted with this RFP will be returned.Confidentiality: All information and material contained in any WCS Canada RFP or issued by WCS Canada or any of its agents as part of any WCS Canada RFP process is confidential and is the exclusive property of WCS Canada.Modifications: As a condition of award, WCS Canada may request any proposer to make revisions, additions, or deletions to its proposal.Subcontractors: After award of contract, WCS Canada will have no obligation, financial or otherwise, to any subcontractor of the awardee. Nevertheless, any subcontract will be required to be subject to and consistent with the prime contract between WCS Canada and the awardee, and WCS Canada may require any subcontract to include specific terms and conditions.Reserved Rights: WCS Canada at any time in its sole discretion may, without notice and without liability to any proposer or any other party for their expenses incurred in the preparation of the responses hereto or otherwise, do any and all of the following:Amend or withdraw this RFP;Accept or reject any and all proposals received in response to this RFP;Award the contract to a proposer other than the proposer offering the lowest fee;Request additional materials and clarification or modification of any submitted proposal;Extend the time for submission of all proposals after notification to all prospective proposers;Terminate negotiations with a selected proposer and select another proposer;Take such action as WCS Canada deems appropriate if negotiations fail to result in a signed agreement within a reasonable amount of time; and/orTerminate or modify the solicitation and selection process at any time and re-issue the solicitation to whomever WCS Canada deems appropriate. The selected vendor will be required to execute a written agreement with WCS Canada, including terms generally consistent with those set forth in Appendix A hereto, effective upon the date the written agreement is executed by both WCS Canada and the selected vendor. 8.0 Evaluation and Selection Criteria Selection Process:WCS Canada will review and evaluate all proposals to determine each proposer's rating. This evaluation may include a request to interview proposers and for proposers to virtually present their proposals for purposes of clarification.The proposal offering the most advantageous terms based on the criteria below will be selected for the award. WCS Canada may reject any and all proposals if, in its sole opinion, no proposal satisfies its criteria. Evaluation Criteria: The evaluation criteria and weight will be as follows: Demonstrated technical capability to provide the services (50%);Project-related experience (25%); andClient references (25%) APPENDIX A CONTRACT, INSURANCE, AND REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS 1. Payment Contractor will submit invoices for its work, in a form acceptable to WCS Canada, to its contact for review, who will submit the invoices for payment. Payment is subject to acceptance of the services. Contractor will be paid without deductions for income taxes or other sums which employers in Canada are required to deduct from employees wages. Even though income tax and other deductions are not made by WCS Canada, Contractor should be aware that WCS Canada may be obligated by Canadian regulations to report to Canada Revenue Agency total annual amounts paid to Contractor. Contractor will be solely responsible for the payment of all withholding and other taxes, of whatever type or nature, arising out of or related to its engagement under this Agreement and agrees to and hereby does indemnify and defend WCS Canada and its directors, officers, employees, independent contractors and agents against any claim relating to such taxes. WCS Canada will pay approved fees and expenses within thirty days after receipt of acceptable documentation. 2. Relationship of the Parties Contractors relationship to WCS Canada under this Agreement is that of an independent contractor. Nothing in this Agreement will be deemed to constitute a relationship of employer-employee, joint venture, partnership, agency, or legal representative between Contractor and WCS Canada for any purpose. Neither Contractor nor any of its employees, independent contractors or agents will receive the health insurance, sick leave, vacation, pension, retirement savings plan or other fringe benefits, or severance or termination pay, associated with regular employment at WCS Canada. 3. Termination Either party may terminate this Agreement without cause by furnishing at least 30 days written notice to the other. In such event, Contractor will be paid only for services actually rendered to the date of termination. With reasonable cause, either party may terminate this Agreement immediately upon written notice to the other. Contractor shall not incur any additional expenses between the date of notice of termination and the date of termination without the prior written consent of WCS Canada. 4. Confidentiality Contractor warrants that it will maintain in strict confidence WCS Canadas Confidential Information (as defined below) to which it has access during the term of this Agreement. Contractor will treat WCS Canadas Confidential Information with the same standard of care that it uses in maintaining its own Confidential Information, provided that that standard is not negligent. Contractor will use WCS Canadas Confidential Information only as is required by this Agreement, and will not reveal it to a third party without the prior written consent of WCS Canada, or unless it is required by law to reveal it. Confidential Information means information concerning each partys affairs, activities, research, proposals, projects, finances, property or method(s) of operation, trade secrets, know-how and similar information. Confidential Information does not include information which (a) is already known through lawful means to the receiving party before the other partys disclosure, (b) after disclosure, becomes generally known to the public through no breach or fault of the receiving party, (c) a party receives from a third party who is free to make such disclosure without breaching any legal obligation to the disclosing party under this Agreement, (d) the receiving party develops independently as evidenced by its own written records, or (e) is required to be disclosed by judicial or administrative process, in which case the party required to make that disclosure will notify the other of the obligation and cooperate reasonably with that partys effort to bar or seek a modification of the order. The term Contractor for purposes of this section shall include Contractor,

Job Description

Salary: $70,000 $110,000 based on experience.

About Revenue Management Labs

Revenue Management Labs is a boutique pricing consultancy dedicated to helping organizations unlock revenue and margin potential. Our work spans pricing strategy, execution, and enablement across a wide range of industries. Were now building a research function to power our pricing recommendations with deeper customer, product, and value-based insights.

About the Role

Were looking for a hands-on, experienced Research Specialist to help establish and grow our in-house research capability. Youll design and execute pricing research studies, such as conjoint, Van Westendorp, and scorecard-based assessments, and translate insights into practical pricing actions.

This is not a high-level oversight role; were looking for someone who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves, building surveys, running models, and presenting results. Youll have support from our team of generalist consultants and associates, but youll lead the research vision and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute quantitative pricing research studies, including: Choice-Based Conjoint (CBC), Van Westendorp, Gabor-Granger, and Price Sensitivity Meter

• Build and refine pricing scorecards, segmentation models, and Willingness to Pay ( WTP) frameworks

• Collaborate with consulting teams to translate findings into pricing strategy

• Program and field surveys via tools such as Sawtooth, Qualtrics, or Conjointly

• Analyze data using R, Python, Excel, or other tools to estimate utilities, simulate scenarios, and visualize insights

• Prepare and deliver compelling reports and presentations for internal and client stakeholders

• Help build repeatable processes, templates, and best practices to scale the research function

What Were Looking For

• 35+ years of experience conducting quantitative pricing or product research

• Strong understanding of conjoint analysis, price testing methodologies, and experimental design

• Proficiency with survey tools (e.g., Sawtooth, Qualtrics, Conjointly) and analytical tools (e.g., R, Python, SPSS, Excel)

• Ability to independently manage research projects from design through delivery

• Strong communication and storytelling skillsable to explain technical concepts to business leaders

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Market Research, Economics, Business, Statistics, or related field

Nice to Have

• Experience working in or with a consulting firm or agency

• Familiarity with customer segmentation, revenue optimization, and pricing strategy

• Comfort interacting with client stakeholders and supporting business development efforts

Why Join Revenue Management Labs

• Build a research function from the ground up, with support from a high-performing consulting team

• Work on impactful pricing projects across industries, clients, and markets

• Be part of a collaborative, fast-paced environment that values ownership and initiative

• Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth and development

The Crump Group Inc. is a family-owned and operated premium pet treat manufacturer. Started in 2006, we have successfully established 3 market leading brands (Caledon Farms, Crumps Naturals AND Dog Delights) distributed throughout Canada and the United States. The Crump Group Inc., a large & rapidly growing pet food manufacturer based in Mississauga Ontario and Nashville North Carolina is seeking a dynamic, results oriented Research & Development (R&D) Specialist .

Job Overview

We are looking for a qualified Research and Development Specialist . In the position of R&D Specialist, provide assistance and reporting to the R&D Director in all aspects of day-to-day duties to include the following:

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the formulation of new products and improving current - researching and sourcing ingredients, conducting benchtop testing, coordinating and attending plant trials, completing third-party certification requirements, and bringing our visions to life!
• Assist on design and develop testing plans and protocols for new products.
• Work in collaboration with the R&D team.
• Direct and coach co-op students when required.
• Plan, and execute experiments at all scales, gathering and analyzing data, documenting and reporting results, and making recommendations that are data-driven
• Support Regulatory and QA initiatives to assure all specifications (formulation, labelling) are accurately developed and compliant with regulations (CFIA, FDA, AAFCO)
• Work with processing team to secure new product development success to commercial scale.
• Assist conducting scientific experiments to assess, monitor, and improve product formulation, costs, quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of all technical work and documentation.
• Support overall timeline development and project management initiatives

Recipe for Success

• An innovator who gets excited by creative thinking and bringing new products to life.
• A self-starter who takes initiative to conquer mountains and find creative solutions
• A curious personality who likes to dive deep into the "why" and "how" to continually understand and improve processes
• Enjoy staying up-to-date on current food and nutrition technologies and ingredients
• A team player who makes others' days better through your interactions and attitude
• Someone who doesn't mind wearing all the hats and owning tasks #startuplife
• Comfortable to own and manage multiple projects independently
• Collaborator who thrives on teamwork and maintains the "make it happen" spirit.
• Food Science: meat science, food rheology, experimental design, statistics
• Food Engineering: mass and energy balance, thermodynamics, statistics.
• Highly organized and able to work and balance the needs of several projects.

A Few Extra Ingredients

• Bachelors of Science in Food Science or Food Engineering. At least Three years of experience in the food industry (co-op experience valid).
• knowledge in product development/R&D
• knowledge of product development, food processing and engineering, food chemistry, and nutrition
• Highly organized with attention to detail and excellent record-keeping
• Ability to juggle multiple balls at once while finding efficiencies in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross functional partners from several departments in the organization.
• Good with Excel, Word, and related software
• SQF RESPONSIBILITY: Ensure the highest level of commitment to Safe Quality Food (SQF) in order to provide assurance that all products have been produced, prepared and handled according to the highest possible standards.

Why join The Crump Group?

• 100% Employer Paid Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Porkopolis Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Free Onsite Parking
• Casual Dress Code
• Social Club Committee
• Anonymous Employee Engagement Surveys
• Safety Shoe Reimbursement
• Dog-Friendly Office

The Crump Group is committed to equity in employment and diversity. The Crump Group will provide an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process to applicants with accessibility needs in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform The Crump’s Group of your requirements.

In compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy. This job description may be amended at any time.

Job Description

Salary:

OVERVIEW

At Miraterra, were on a mission to create a healthier, more efficient, and sustainable future. Our breakthrough digital measurement technology is transforming how we understand the world around usunlocking critical insights across soil, plants, feed, food, and more.

By combining advanced sensor technology, machine learning, and computational chemistry, we empower farmers, food producers, and industries to make smarter, more sustainable decisions. Our solutions drive both environmental and economic impact, improving efficiency, sustainability, and quality across the entire value chain. Were building something meaningful and were looking for talented, compassionate individuals to join us on this exciting journey.

YOUR ROLE AT MIRATERRA

Miraterra is tackling one of the planet's most critical challengessoil health. The rapid loss of topsoil is diminishing our ability to sequester carbon and sustainably feed a growing population. Fortunately, Miraterra brings together some of the world's brightest minds from various fields to address this urgent issue. Our multi-disciplinary teams have spent the last two years developing groundbreaking technologies that will revolutionize soil to table measurement and insights.

As the Chemometrics Specialist, you will drive innovation in analytical chemistry through advanced data analysis and optical measurement techniques, contributing innovative solutions to spectroscopic challenges. Your deep sense of curiosity, independent thinking, and initiative will support your ownership of projects and drive you to explore novel approaches to complex analytical problems. Your deep technical expertise in spectroscopy and familiarity with cutting-edge chemometric methods will be just what we need to solve complex analytical challenges.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Reporting to the Director of Data Science and Interdisciplinary Spectroscopy, the Chemometrics Specialist will collaborate with a diverse and talented team across various functions, including Software & UX, Product Management, AI, Electronics and Mechatronics, and our Rapid Experimentation and Analysis Lab.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

• Develop and implement chemometric models for spectroscopic data analysis and interpretation
• Design, build, and optimize optical measurement equipment and systems
• Perform advanced calibration procedures for spectrometers, lasers, and related instrumentation
• Apply multivariate statistical methods to extract meaningful information from complex spectral datasets
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate analytical requirements into technical solutions
• Validate and maintain analytical methods to ensure accuracy and reliability
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to optical systems and data analysis
• Stay current with emerging technologies and methodologies in chemometrics and spectroscopy
• Independently manage multiple projects and priorities with minimal supervision
  
  

WERE LOOKING FOR

• Master's degree or PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Analytical Chemistry, or related field with focus on spectroscopy or optical measurement

• Optical Equipment Expertise: Proven experience in building, modifying, and optimizing optical measurement systems
• Instrumentation Expertise: Deep knowledge of spectrometers, lasers, and associated optical components
• Calibration Expertise: Extensive experience with equipment calibration procedures and validation protocols
• Chemometrics Expertise: Basic background in chemometric techniques
• Proficiency in Python or another programming language commonly used in analytical chemistry

• Experience with spectroscopic techniques (NIR, Raman, FTIR, UV-Vis, etc.)
• Personal Qualities: Self-motivated, excellent communicator and independent problem-solver with strong curiosity and drive to explore new methodologies
  
  

WE VALUE, BUT DONT REQUIRE

• Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS): Experience with SERS techniques and applications
• Machine Learning Experience: Extensive experience applying machine learning algorithms to analytical data
• Signal Processing Expertise: Advanced knowledge of digital signal processing techniques
• Experience with commercial chemometrics software packages
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals related to chemometrics or analytical chemistry
  
  

WHAT WE OFFER

• Work that matters: Measurement-informed action empowers smarter, more sustainable decisions across soil, plants, feed, food, and beyondamplifying environmental impact, improving food security, and lowering costs across the value chain.
• A hybrid company with team members in Canada and the United States some work on site daily while many are typically remote.
• We focus on work while were at work, and sometimes, we go to the park with frisbees.
• Unlimited vacation, solid health care benefits, and salaries benchmarked to market for fairness. All full-time employees receive stock options, so that we succeed together
  
  

LOCATION

• Based on-site in Vancouver, B.C (this role is not eligible for remote work)

Miraterra is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and walks of life. We strongly encourage you to apply if you are from a marginalized or underrepresented group.

The Crump Group Inc. is a family-owned and operated premium pet treat manufacturer. Started in 2006, we have successfully established 3 market leading brands (Caledon Farms, Crumps Naturals AND Dog Delights) distributed throughout Canada and the United States. The Crump Group Inc., a large & rapidly growing pet food manufacturer based in Mississauga Ontario and Nashville North Carolina is seeking a dynamic, results oriented Research & Development (R&D) Specialist .

Job Overview

We are looking for a qualified Research and Development Specialist. In the position of R&D Specialist, provide assistance and reporting to the R&D Director in all aspects of day-to-day duties to include the following:

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the formulation of new products and improving current - researching and sourcing ingredients, conducting benchtop testing, coordinating and attending plant trials, completing third-party certification requirements, and bringing our visions to life!
• Assist on design and develop testing plans and protocols for new products.
• Work in collaboration with the R&D team.
• Direct and coach co-op students when required.
• Plan, and execute experiments at all scales, gathering and analyzing data, documenting and reporting results, and making recommendations that are data-driven
• Support Regulatory and QA initiatives to assure all specifications (formulation, labelling) are accurately developed and compliant with regulations (CFIA, FDA, AAFCO)
• Work with processing team to secure new product development success to commercial scale.
• Assist conducting scientific experiments to assess, monitor, and improve product formulation, costs, quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of all technical work and documentation.
• Support overall timeline development and project management initiatives

Recipe for Success

• An innovator who gets excited by creative thinking and bringing new products to life.
• A self-starter who takes initiative to conquer mountains and find creative solutions
• A curious personality who likes to dive deep into the "why" and "how" to continually understand and improve processes
• Enjoy staying up-to-date on current food and nutrition technologies and ingredients
• A team player who makes others' days better through your interactions and attitude
• Someone who doesn't mind wearing all the hats and owning tasks #startuplife
• Comfortable to own and manage multiple projects independently
• Collaborator who thrives on teamwork and maintains the "make it happen" spirit.
• Food Science: meat science, food rheology, experimental design, statistics
• Food Engineering: mass and energy balance, thermodynamics, statistics.
• Highly organized and able to work and balance the needs of several projects.

A Few Extra Ingredients

• Bachelors of Science in Food Science or Food Engineering. At least Three years of experience in the food industry (co-op experience valid).
• knowledge in product development/R&D
• knowledge of product development, food processing and engineering, food chemistry, and nutrition
• Highly organized with attention to detail and excellent record-keeping
• Ability to juggle multiple balls at once while finding efficiencies in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross functional partners from several departments in the organization.
• Good with Excel, Word, and related software
• SQF RESPONSIBILITY: Ensure the highest level of commitment to Safe Quality Food (SQF) in order to provide assurance that all products have been produced, prepared and handled according to the highest possible standards.

Why join The Crump Group?

• 100% Employer Paid Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Porkopolis Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Free Onsite Parking
• Casual Dress Code
• Social Club Committee
• Anonymous Employee Engagement Surveys
• Safety Shoe Reimbursement
• Dog-Friendly Office

The Crump Group is committed to equity in employment and diversity. The Crump Group will provide an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process to applicants with accessibility needs in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform The Crump’s Group of your requirements.

In compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy. This job description may be amended at any time.

The Crump Group Inc. is a family-owned and operated premium pet treat manufacturer. Started in 2006, we have successfully established 3 market leading brands (Caledon Farms, Crumps Naturals AND Dog Delights) distributed throughout Canada and the United States. The Crump Group Inc., a large & rapidly growing pet food manufacturer based in Mississauga Ontario and Nashville North Carolina is seeking a dynamic, results oriented Research & Development (R&D) Specialist .

Job Overview

We are looking for a qualified Research and Development Specialist. In the position of R&D Specialist, provide assistance and reporting to the R&D Director in all aspects of day-to-day duties to include the following:

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the formulation of new products and improving current - researching and sourcing ingredients, conducting benchtop testing, coordinating and attending plant trials, completing third-party certification requirements, and bringing our visions to life!
• Assist on design and develop testing plans and protocols for new products.
• Work in collaboration with the R&D team.
• Direct and coach co-op students when required.
• Plan, and execute experiments at all scales, gathering and analyzing data, documenting and reporting results, and making recommendations that are data-driven
• Support Regulatory and QA initiatives to assure all specifications (formulation, labelling) are accurately developed and compliant with regulations (CFIA, FDA, AAFCO)
• Work with processing team to secure new product development success to commercial scale.
• Assist conducting scientific experiments to assess, monitor, and improve product formulation, costs, quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of all technical work and documentation.
• Support overall timeline development and project management initiatives

Recipe for Success

• An innovator who gets excited by creative thinking and bringing new products to life.
• A self-starter who takes initiative to conquer mountains and find creative solutions
• A curious personality who likes to dive deep into the "why" and "how" to continually understand and improve processes
• Enjoy staying up-to-date on current food and nutrition technologies and ingredients
• A team player who makes others' days better through your interactions and attitude
• Someone who doesn't mind wearing all the hats and owning tasks #startuplife
• Comfortable to own and manage multiple projects independently
• Collaborator who thrives on teamwork and maintains the "make it happen" spirit.
• Food Science: meat science, food rheology, experimental design, statistics
• Food Engineering: mass and energy balance, thermodynamics, statistics.
• Highly organized and able to work and balance the needs of several projects.

A Few Extra Ingredients

• Bachelors of Science in Food Science or Food Engineering. At least Three years of experience in the food industry (co-op experience valid).
• knowledge in product development/R&D
• knowledge of product development, food processing and engineering, food chemistry, and nutrition
• Highly organized with attention to detail and excellent record-keeping
• Ability to juggle multiple balls at once while finding efficiencies in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross functional partners from several departments in the organization.
• Good with Excel, Word, and related software
• SQF RESPONSIBILITY: Ensure the highest level of commitment to Safe Quality Food (SQF) in order to provide assurance that all products have been produced, prepared and handled according to the highest possible standards.

Why join The Crump Group?

• 100% Employer Paid Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Porkopolis Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Free Onsite Parking
• Casual Dress Code
• Social Club Committee
• Anonymous Employee Engagement Surveys
• Safety Shoe Reimbursement
• Dog-Friendly Office

The Crump Group is committed to equity in employment and diversity. The Crump Group will provide an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process to applicants with accessibility needs in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform The Crump’s Group of your requirements.

In compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy. This job description may be amended at any time.