Julia Amador
About Julia Amador
Julia Amador is an R and D Scientist at Oui By Yoplait, currently working in France. She has a background in Food Science and Nutrition, with experience at General Mills, Land O'lakes, Inc., University of Illinois, and Newly Weds Foods.
Title at Oui By Yoplait
Julia Amador holds the position of R And D Scientist at Oui By Yoplait, a subdivision of Yoplait. In this role, she focuses on research and development to enhance and innovate the company's yogurt products.
Professional Experience in Food Science
Julia Amador has accumulated a diverse range of professional experiences in food science. She began her career as a Research and Development Intern at Newly Weds Foods in Chicago, Illinois, in 2012. She later interned as a Dairy Foods Research and Development Intern at Land O'Lakes, Inc. in Arden Hills, Minnesota, in 2013. Additionally, she served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign from 2013 to 2014. Before her current role at Yoplait, she worked as an R and D Scientist for General Mills, based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Education in Food Science and Nutrition
Julia Amador holds a Master's degree in Food Science from the University of Wisconsin - Madison, which she completed in 2016. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Food Science from the University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign, finishing her studies there in 2014.
Role in Product Development at Yoplait
Julia has been instrumental in the development of new flavors for the Oui By Yoplait product line. She has contributed to collaborative projects between General Mills and French dairy farmers to enhance the quality of milk used in Yoplait products. She developed a patented process for improving the texture of yogurt, which is now employed in the production of Oui By Yoplait.
Mentorship and Guidance
Julia Amador mentors junior scientists and interns at General Mills, providing them with guidance on research methodologies and product development. Her mentorship helps foster new talent within the industry, ensuring that best practices and innovative approaches are shared with the next generation of food scientists.
Conference Presentations and Research
In 2019, Julia presented her research findings at the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) conference. Her presentation showcased her contributions to the field of dairy food science and underscored her active role within the scientific community.