Entrepreneur in Residence - Food Scientist (color formulation) - Stealth Climate & Food Tech Startup

• Develop, test, and scale pigment and colorant formulations across multiple food and beverage systems.
• Evaluate color stability, sensory attributes, and performance under various processing and storage conditions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, product, and operations) to translate lab results into commercial-ready solutions.
• Document experimental design, formulation data, and technical insights for IP and regulatory support.

This role creates positive change by developing sustainable, plant-based colorants to replace synthetic dyes in food, helping the food industry shift toward cleaner, more transparent ingredients and reducing environmental impact.

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Food Science, Food Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in food formulation, ideally with a focus on natural or synthetic colorants (formulation testing, sensory testing, color measurement etc).
• Deep understanding of pigment chemistry, stability, and behavior in food matrices.
• Strong experimental design, analytical, and data interpretation skills.
• Excitement to work in a startup environment — adaptable, resourceful, and eager to take ownership.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate remotely with a diverse, passionate team.

• Be part of the founding team shaping the future of sustainable color technology.
• Work remotely with flexibility and autonomy.
• Salary to be commensurate based on experience.
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact in the food industry’s shift toward cleaner, more transparent ingredients.

Mirra is an early-stage stealth startup re-imagining the future of color in food, with a mission to replace synthetic dyes with sustainable, plant-based colorants that deliver performance without compromise, backed by science and innovation.