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About AscendionAscendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next.Ascendion | Engineering to elevate lifeWe have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:Build the coolest tech for world's leading brandsSolve complex problems - and learn new skillsExperience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clientsMaster your craft with leading training programs and hands-on experienceExperience a community of change makers!Join a culture of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for tech. Our culture is the fabric of our company, and it is what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, experiences, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion.About the Role:This is an opportunity to help in the creation and development of new beverages for the company. This posting is for a role in beverage R&D, for the creation and optimization of beverages for our cafés andor alternate business channels across the globe.Job Title: Product Development AssistantKey Responsibilities:Provide assistance during tastings, including product guidance and other sensory testsSupport team by developing beverage build of materials (BOM) and recipe cardsAssist in beverage presentations and product tastings with leadershipCollect beverage ingredients analytical data (brix, pH, moisture, solids, and other physical properties) as neededManage ingredients shelf-life studies from storing samples to conducting testing and reporting results to the product developers.Monitor and keep the lab organized and stocked as needed for project workHandle incoming and outgoing shipmentsMinimum Qualifications:An associate degree or higher in Food Science, culinary or other related fieldsFood and beverage preparation experience. Barista experience a plus.Basic knowledge of math and scienceKnowledge of MS office programsAbility to communicate clearly, verbally and in writingGood organizational skills, ability to multi-taskAbility to work in a face pace environmentAbility to follow direction, seek guidance as necessary and provide regular progress reportAbility to work independently and as part as a teamAbility to deliver excellent customer service with attention to detailsAbility to build positive and effective working relationships with other team membersLocation: Seattle, WASalary Range: The salary for this position is between $50,000 - $60,000 annually. Factors that may affect pay within this range may include geographymarket, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, and 5 personal days accrued each calendar year. The Paid time off benefits meets the paid sick and safe time laws that pertain to the City State, 10-15 days of paid vacation time, 6 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday per calendar year, Ascendion Learning Management System.Want to change the world? Let us know.Tell us about your experiences, education, and ambitions. Bring your knowledge, unique viewpoint, and creativity to the table. Let's talk!