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Certified Group is committed to partnering with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise – So The World Can Trust In What It Consumes™. Our network of 30+ North American and European laboratories serves the food & beverage, dietary supplements, cosmetics, OTC, tobacco/nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries. Our Brands Certified Group is comprised of a set of specialized brands that collectively deliver laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services across highly regulated industries: Certified Laboratories – Provides comprehensive analytical and microbiological testing, primarily supporting food, beverage, cosmetics, OTC, and dietary supplement industries. Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) – A leading network of ISO-accredited laboratories across North America, focused on food safety testing, operational support, and technical services for the food industry. Labstat – A global leader in contract research and testing for nicotine, tobacco, cannabis, hemp, and next-generation products, with deep expertise in analytical chemistry and toxicology. EAS Consulting Group – A regulatory consulting firm offering expert guidance, training, and auditing support across FDA, USDA, and other regulated sectors, powered by a large network of independent advisors. FSNS Certification & Audit – Provides accredited third-party auditing and certification services, including food safety, animal welfare, and GMP programs.   Job Summary: The Process Authority applies knowledge of product characteristics, processing equipment, and validation methodologies to design, execute, and evaluate studies such as heat penetration, heat distribution, thermal process validations, and microbiological challenge studies. The role is responsible for analyzing study data, identifying critical process factors, and developing recommendations to support safe and compliant manufacturing processes. The Process Authority works closely with Lab+, research teams, and clients to develop and optimize thermal process studies, providing technical evaluations and recommendations that support product trials, pilot runs, regulatory requirements, and commercialization efforts. Essential Responsibilities: Lead client discussions related to thermal process validation studies and technical requirements. Design and develop protocols, proposals, and reports for thermal process validation projects. Conduct and/or oversee thermal validation studies, including heat penetration and heat distribution studies. Evaluate study data and provide technical recommendations related to process safety and compliance. Collaborate with research scientists, laboratory teams, and internal stakeholders on technical projects. Support client projects requiring coordination across multiple teams and resources. Prepare clear, accurate technical reports and presentations summarizing validation results. Conduct on-site validations and provide technical support during client activities. Support advanced technical studies, including process validations, product evaluations, and regulatory documentation. Provide technical support to commercial teams and clients regarding food safety and process validation topics. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related scientific discipline. 3–6 years of relevant experience in food processing, thermal validation, food safety, or related technical roles. Experience working with or supporting qualified Process Authority activities, including thermal process validation, heat penetration studies, lethality evaluations, or process recommendations. Working knowledge of FDA regulations, including 21 CFR 108, 113, and 114. Experience supporting new product development, process scale-up, and commercialization activities. Familiarity with ISO 17025 accr