We are seeking smart, experienced, and flexible app developers who write clean and well-documented native code to join our small, tight, fast startup, preparing to disrupt food labeling, nutrition tracking, and allergy/toxin warnings. This is an opportunity to work at the leading edge of a consumer revolution.

Responsibilities

• Initially, create an app that talks to a Bluetooth LE device and to our servers, to display various information to the user, textually and graphically, using both standard and custom GUI elements
• Graphic design will be done by others, though you may have input
• In the future, other software design and development, not necessarily iOS or even mobile, as your interest and growing skills allow

Required

• Must have taken at least one app from concept to the App Store
• Experienced with native app development, rather than using a framework (unless the framework is open source and capable of looking fully native)
• Experienced in one or more of Android, iOS, and Windows Phone
• Can work independently with minimal supervision, or in a small team
• Able to work from home, but able to get into downtown Toronto for meetings and group work

Desired

• High intelligence
• Flexibility of mind and life
• Stress tolerance
• Learning ability

To apply, please send your resume in pdf format to info@tellspec.com.
We thank all applicants for their interest in working for TellSpec, but will only respond to those who will be interviewed.

We are looking for senior Machine Learning specialist to join and head our Research and Development team.

Primary Roles
Design and coordinate existing algorithms as well as ML applications that are standards-based to integrate into the offerings of TellSpec’s consumer food analysis.

Responsibilities

• Ph.D in Computer Science, Computational Biology & Bioinformatics
• Solid knowledge of Statistics and Mathematics
• Strong research experience in Machine learning and data mining. Specifically, in the areas of data-driven modeling, pattern recognition, support vector machines, collaborative filtering, Bayesian/Markov networks, clustering, classification, regression, probability theory, neural networks, and data management systems.
• Strong skills in statistical analysis of large quantities of scientific measurement data, deep knowledge of relevant metrics for real-time systems, and a good understanding of data mining techniques.
• Structured thinker and effective communicator with the ability to collaborate with dynamic teams.
• Good understanding of algorithms, data structures, optimization techniques, and object-oriented programming.
• Excellent programming skills in Python (preferred) and/or Mathlab.
• Strong skills in working with large volumes of data.
• Experience with machine learning algorithms as applied to food analysis and food science data is a plus.
• Experience in collaborate efforts with software engineers to make large scale implementations.

To apply, please send your resume in pdf format to info@tellspec.com.
We thank all applicants for their interest in working for TellSpec, but will only respond to those who will be interviewed.

We are seeking an experienced Market Research Data Analyst to prepare, maintain and resolve B2C & B2B database needs across software platforms and company departments. The Data Analyst needs to supply department personnel with accurate & timely customer and business segment data for decision making, improving customer experience, and optimizing product competitiveness. This is an opportunity to play an exciting role in a dynamic start-up environment within the biotech, food and health industry.

Each day we receive expressions of interest from individual consumers, buyers, non-profit organizations, entrepreneurs, institutions, retailers, and other customer segments around the world that are eager to join us in our clean food revolution. As Data Analyst, you will:

Responsibilities

• Maintain all aspects of backend data deliverables for internal and external B2C and B2B company and customer needs
• Extract data from various data sources, run cross-tabulation analysis to verify results (QA)
• Clean data by creating/modifying code/syntax (multiple software platforms–ecommerce & research)
• Resolve open work queues to enable data accuracy and timely customer service for all data records within (customer experience) CX governance software platforms
• Run analyses & reports with mean score tables, perceptual maps, Excel/Access/Word/SPSS, Tableaux and/or visual graphics programs
• Qualitative, content analyses, and interpretive research skills a plus
• Confirm data accuracy, general QC and QA and testing. This will involve independently verifying results with VP Research & Insights & CEO
• Support VP Research & Insights, CEO, and VP Sales in consultative ways
• Anticipate potential data & record problems and proactively resolve them
• Respond to and resolve any unanticipated problems that occur in company database functions and architecture for improved B2B & B2C competitiveness and operations
• Demonstrates risk management tactics when dealing with data exceptions, data conflict, and customer management
• Develop, modify and document analytical routines
• Report process and operations issues to VP Research & Insights for system improvement
• Report to VP Research & Insights and CEO

You can work from your own region but preferred residence in Houston, TX will be value added.

Required

• BA/BS in Business, Marketing, or Related field using research & information systems
• Working knowledge of UDC/ISO market EDI transactions in order to ensure system processes are following current market requirements and to ensure competitive advantage
• 5+ years related experience
• Basic biotech & health industry knowledge an asset
• SPSS (heavily syntax based)
• Working knowledge of Survey Monkey, Constant Contact
• IT developer/software knowledge an asset
• Quantum tabulation experience
• Microsoft Office Suite (Access/Excel/Word/PowerPoint) with excellent Excel skills
• Understanding of advanced analytics in terms of when to use and why
• Understanding of data weighing
• Experience with surveys, questionnaires and knowledge of market research methodologies
• Able to manage multiple database and data needs simultaneously under tight deadlines
• High energy, with ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic and unstructured environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Hands-on experience working with a CRM system (SugarCRM an asset)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work effectively with clients/customers
• Ability to travel

Desired

• A passion for TellSpec’s vision and an interest in food safety and nutrition
• Fluency in at least one language other than English an asset

To apply, please send your resume in pdf format to info@tellspec.com.
We thank all applicants for their interest in working for TellSpec, but will only respond to those who will be interviewed.

We are seeking Food Testers to participate in TellSpec’s food science research and development program. The Tester will develop and follow standard operating protocol (SOP) and require attention to detail. This position reports to the Application Spectroscopy Specialist but will also collaborate with the larger TellSpec team. This is an opportunity to play an exciting role in a dynamic start-up environment within the biotech, food and health industry.

Each day we receive expressions of interest from individual consumers, buyers, non-profit organizations, entrepreneurs, institutions, retailers, and other customer segments around the world that are eager to join us in our clean food revolution. As Food Tester, you will:

Responsibilities

• Develop and follow TellSpec food science testing protocols for testing variety of food types
• Update and resolve issues with databank information
• Participate in data integrity and quality assessment protocols
• Selecting food items for food databank
• Participate in food testing with extreme attention to detail and follow instructions provided by Application Spectroscopy Specialist
• Report issues concerning sampling, low signal and variability issues

Required

• High school graduate with some work experience
• Strong or advanced knowledge and skills with Excel databases
• Preferred – knowledge of chemistry, biology, food science or related subjects
• High energy, with ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic and unstructured environment
• Needed – Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desired

• Accountability and ownership over work assignments
• A passion for TellSpec’s vision and an interest in food safety, health, and nutrition

To apply, please send your resume in pdf format to info@tellspec.com.
We thank all applicants for their interest in working for TellSpec, but will only respond to those who will be interviewed.