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CAREER
Food Science Technicians
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$41,970
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+4.1% (slower than the average)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Food Science Technicians Do
Work with food scientists or technologists to perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products. Includes technicians who assist in research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods.
Other Job Titles Food Science Technicians May Have
Central Lab Technician (CLT), Food Science Technician, Laboratory Assistant (Lab Assistant), Quality Analyst, Quality Assurance Analyst (QA Analyst), Quality Control Technician (QC Technician), Quality Technician
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Record or compile test results or prepare graphs, charts, or reports.
- Conduct standardized tests on food, beverages, additives, or preservatives to ensure compliance with standards and regulations regarding factors such as color, texture, or nutrients.
- Maintain records of testing results or other documents as required by state or other governing agencies.
- Taste or smell foods or beverages to ensure that flavors meet specifications or to select samples with specific characteristics.
- Monitor and control temperature of products.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Food Science Technicians
Most common level of education among people in
this career: High School Diploma (32%)
High School Diploma
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Other*
*All other responses combined for clarity.
Majors Related to Career
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