Food Scientist

Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America (IFANCA) is a not-for-profit, equal opportunity employer located in Des Plaines, Illinois, USA committed to helping consumers and industry source authentic halal products since 1982. Operating with a team of Islamic scholars, scientists, and industry experts, IFANCA is a trusted organization on all halal matters related to food, nutrition, and pharmaceutical products.

JOB SUMMARY:

Technical review of applications, products, and related documents to ensure meeting the Halal standards. Ensure the following applicable laws and regulations and review principles, procedures, and techniques. Data collection, organizing, and recording. Report review findings and recommendations based on Halal certification requirements and process.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Review halal certification applications and documents submitted by the clients
2. Review and approve ingredients
3. Review and approve labels
4. Review requests related to certifying raw materials, ingredients, or products from existing or new clients
5. Apply Halal standards and requirements when reviewing client’s applications or inquiries to ensure acceptability for Halal certification
6. Provide review reports, recommendations, and suggestions on applications and inquiries
7. Work on a Halal Portal project to establish a database on the IFANCA website of all ingredients the clients use in their products
8. Assist the Quality Manager in preparing quality documents including standard operating procedures, quality manual, training material, and other documents

REQUIREMENTS:

• Mature and personal Muslim faith
• Committed to the mission, vision, and values of IFANCA
• Able to understand, interpret and communicate technical aspects of halal certification processes, regulations, and standards
• Adapt to changing business needs, conditions, and work responsibilities; and work with a variety of situations, individuals, groups, and varying customer needs
• Prioritize tasks by importance and deadlines and adjust priorities as situations change
• Requires exceptional verbal and written communication and outstanding presentation skills
• Proficient in MS Office applications and ability to utilize other software programs as needed
• Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and teamwork

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Pharmacy, Bio-Chemistry, or Biology
• Similar work experience is preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Can you comprehend, interpret, and effectively communicate the technical aspects related to halal certification processes, regulations, and standards?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• relevant/ food science industry: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person