Food Science Technicians
Work with food scientists or technologists to perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products.
About the profession
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.
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Based on the Food Science Technicians role, here are the RIASEC personality types that tend to thrive in this career. While these alignments are common, individual success depends on motivation, skill development, and finding the right work environment.
Realistic
Hands-on, practical, technical work
Investigative
Research, analysis, problem-solving
Conventional
Organizing, detail-oriented, structured
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Career Path
Your career progression roadmap with salary growth at each level
Career Ladder
Junior Food Science Technician → Practitioner Food Science Technician → Senior Practitioner Food Science Technician → Lead Food Science Technician
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Salary Growth
4
Levels
75K
Top Salary
8+
Years
Learning Path
Skills you need to develop and courses to get there
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Go to Career PathCareer levels
Timeline: 0-2 | Entry Level Base: $37,290 - $46,625/year With equity/bonuses: $41,019 - $55,950 Top markets (SF/NYC): $42,884 - $55,950 Execute core tasks using Reading…
Day in Life
Junior vs Senior, daily schedule breakdown
9am, Taste or smell foods or beverages to ensure that flavors meet specifications or to select samples with specific characteristics.
Income Dynamics
Conservative and aggressive scenarios for 10–15 years
Year 1: Entry level $26,103 - $41,963 Year 2-3: Junior level $46,625 - $53,162 Year 4-6: Mid level $53,162 - $57,639 Year 7-10: Senior level $57,639 - $68,560 Year 10+:…
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You find the craft of a Food Science Technician genuinely interesting, not just a paycheck You enjoy working with Reading Comprehension and Active Listening You communicate…
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