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Food Scientists help improve upon agricultural / food products. Most work in laboratories, researching and developing new ways to better the quality and quantity of food products.  Some sub-categories are animal, plant, and soil scientists.

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Some important qualities that food scientists need to have to become successful are communication, critical-thinking, data analysis, math, and observation skills.
Food scientists do a lot of investigative, realistic, and conventional work.

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A Bachelor's Degree is needed to become a food scientist, either in agricultural science or a related field such as biology or chemistry.

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As an example, I will use the costs of the University of Georgia for four (4) years
Tuition - $114,624
Room and Board - $40,240
Fees and Books- $27,168
Total - $182,032

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The annual income levels for Food Scientists are from Virtual Job Shadow and YouScience

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In the beginning, you will most likely work as an assistant to other scientists.
The income level is about $37,445

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After a couple years of experience, food scientists will research and develop ideas to better how food products are made.
The income level is about $67,455

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After many years of experience, food scientists can become specialists in a certain field. Some examples are soil, livestock, and plants.
The income level is about $117,260

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Food Scientists are considered to be paid an above average salary and to be a stable job.

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Food Scientists can have irregular travel schedules and due to them being called on demand. There can also be long working hours (over 40) if a project need to be done.