Good Food Institute Opens Applications for Remote Scientific Community-Building Fellowship – Apply by August 25

The Good Food Institute (GFI) is accepting applications for its Scientific Community-Building Fellow position, offering a unique opportunity for researchers and science professionals to contribute to the future of sustainable food innovation. This remote, part-time fellowship is designed for individuals who are passionate about scientific collaboration, research outreach, and advancing plant-based meat technologies. The fellowship offers $30 per hour, with total earnings of $7,200 over a 16-week period.

About the Good Food Institute

The Good Food Institute is an international nonprofit think tank committed to transforming the global food system through alternative proteins. Working alongside scientists, businesses, and policymakers, GFI supports the development of plant-based, cultivated, and fermentation-enabled meat to improve food security, public health, biodiversity, and climate resilience. The organization believes that scientific innovation is essential to creating a more sustainable future for people and the planet.

About the Fellowship

The Scientific Community-Building Fellow will play an important role in expanding the research community focused on plant-based meat science. The fellowship aims to engage scientists from engineering, physical sciences, and related disciplines whose expertise can help solve key technical challenges facing the alternative protein sector.

Working closely with GFI’s Senior Scientific Partnerships Manager, the successful candidate will help strengthen relationships between researchers, universities, and scientific organizations while promoting interdisciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

The selected fellow will:

• Develop outreach strategies to engage underrepresented scientific disciplines.
• Translate technical plant-based meat research into language accessible to other scientific fields.
• Create databases of researchers, universities, scientific societies, and professional organizations.
• Identify conferences and scientific forums where GFI can build partnerships.
• Develop outreach materials, briefing documents, and communication toolkits.
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings, interviews, surveys, and networking activities.
• Pilot outreach initiatives and incorporate lessons learned into future strategies.
• Prepare a final report summarizing findings and recommendations for GFI’s Science and Technology team.
• Perform additional project-related duties as assigned.

Who Should Apply?

GFI is looking for candidates with strong scientific knowledge and excellent communication skills.

Ideal applicants should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering or the physical sciences.
• At least three years of academic research experience.
• Preference will be given to candidates pursuing or holding a Master’s degree or higher in disciplines such as materials science, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, biological engineering, or soft matter physics.
• The ability to explain complex technical concepts across different scientific disciplines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and literature review abilities.
• Experience in scientific community-building, academic event planning, or professional society work is an advantage.
• The ability to work independently in a collaborative remote environment.
• A genuine interest in alternative proteins, sustainability, climate change, public health, environmental conservation, or animal welfare.

Fellowship Benefits

Successful applicants will enjoy several benefits, including:

• Fully remote work within the United States.
• Flexible schedule of 15 hours per week.
• Competitive compensation of $30 per hour.
• Total fellowship earnings of $7,200.
• Opportunities to collaborate with leading scientists and innovators.
• Hands-on experience in scientific partnerships and outreach.
• Professional networking with researchers across multiple scientific disciplines.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants should note the following requirements:

• The position is open only to individuals legally authorized to work in the United States.
• GFI does not provide employment visa sponsorship.
• All hires must verify their eligibility to work in the U.S. upon employment.
• The organization uses an anonymized recruitment system designed to reduce hiring bias by removing identifying information from applications.

Application Process

Candidates are encouraged to carefully follow GFI’s application instructions to avoid delays during the anonymization process. Applicants should:

• Submit resumes and cover letters in PDF or DOCX format.
• Use consistent names across all application documents.
• Avoid including unnecessary personal identifying information in application responses.
• Ensure application materials reflect their own experience and authentic voice.
• Direct any questions to careers@gfi.org rather than contacting hiring managers directly.

Important Dates

Applicants should remember these key dates:

• Application Deadline: Tuesday, August 25
• Expected Start Date: Monday, October 5
• Duration: 16 weeks
• Schedule: 15 hours per week
• Location: Remote (United States)

Final Thoughts

The Good Food Institute’s Scientific Community-Building Fellowship is an excellent opportunity for researchers who want to apply their scientific expertise beyond the laboratory while helping shape the future of sustainable food systems. By connecting diverse scientific disciplines and fostering collaboration, fellows will contribute to innovative research that addresses some of the world’s biggest environmental and food security challenges. For qualified U.S.-based candidates, this fellowship offers valuable professional experience, flexible remote work, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a rapidly growing field.

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