# Associate Scientist, Quality (Epogee)

> David Protein · New York, United States · — · Posted 2026-07-22

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Epogee

## Description

**Company:**

Epogee is a food science and lipid chemistry company developing novel structured lipids for the food industry. Our flagship ingredient, EPG® (esterified propoxylated glycerol), is a patented fat alternative with 92% fewer calories than traditional fats. EPG can be used in a wide variety of food applications (e.g., frying and baking, as well as confectionery and snack applications). 

Note: Epogee is a subsidiary of Medici Brands. David Protein is another brand currently operating as a subsidiary of Medici Brands. While this role will be listed through David’s hiring channels, the Associate Scientist, Quality will operate exclusively within Epogee’s independent team, leadership, and mission.

**Role and Responsibilities:**

The Associate Scientist, Quality is a hands-on, lab-based role responsible for executing quality testing, analytical procedures, and shelf-life studies in support of Epogee's R&D and quality functions. This person supports analytical/synthesis procedures (titrations, acid value, hydroxyl value, batch assessment). The role reports into R&D and works closely with the applications and synthesis teams at Epogee, while collaborating with the broader Medici quality organization.

You will report directly to the Director of Epogee R&D and work tangentially with all company partners.

**Maintain and contribute to a Safety-First Lab Culture**

-   Safety First.  Actively champion and seek to continuously improve the culture of safety in our lab
-   Maintain up-to-date knowledge of safety guidelines and integrate best practices into daily lab activities
-   Ensure proper use, storage, and disposal of chemicals, biological materials, and hazardous waste
-   Ensure all personal protective equipment (PPE) is used correctly and available at all times
-   Maintain quality lab equipment, calibration schedules, and supply inventory

**Analytical & Quality Testing**

-   Execute routine and non-routine analytical testing on EPG batches and ingredients, including titrations, acid value, hydroxyl value, water activity, and other physical/chemical analyses
-   Perform batch assessment and release testing to verify conformance to internal specifications
-   Support method development and validation as new test procedures are needed
-   Maintain accurate, well-documented lab records and ensure data integrity across all testing

**Shelf Life & Stability**

-   Conduct shelf-life and stability testing for EPG and perform comparable analyses on EPG-containing finished products for customers 
-   Collect, organize, and report data on a recurring basis per established procedures
-   Flag deviations or unexpected trends to the R&D team for investigation

**Quality Documentation & Data**

-   Compile and organize quality data for internal review and reporting
-   Support preparation of Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and other quality documentation for internal and external customers
-   Assist with quality trend tracking as directed by R&D leadership
-   Support with building a quality management system and sharpening document organization and development

**Cross-Functional Support**

-   Work with the synthesis/analytical chemistry team on production batch quality assessments
-   Support R&D and applications teams with ad hoc testing and sample preparation
-   Coordinate with external labs when third-party testing is required

## Requirements

-   Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field.
-   Comfort and enthusiasm for spending the majority of the day in the lab running hands-on analytical work
-   Familiarity with wet chemistry techniques (titrations, acid/base analysis) — coursework or internship experience is sufficient
-   Familiarity with food safety and regulatory frameworks (FDA, USDA, CFIA, FSMA, HACCP, SQF, Prop 65).
-   Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
-   Low Ego, High Drive - Humble, self-aware, and motivated by the mission.

## Benefits

-   This is a full-time, in-office role based in New York City. We work onsite five days a week- when the culture fits, it is fun to be in the office together. 
-   Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per year, inclusive of bonus. 
-   Company equity options. 
-   100% covered Health, Vision, Dental Insurance.
-   401(k) with 4% match.
-   Additional perks, such as covered gym expenses.
-   Substantial and required PTO.
-   Travel will be required to assess manufacturing operations.

## Apply

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