About the Role
The role involves designing and optimizing natural flavor compounds through laboratory research, supporting product development with scientific analysis, and collaborating across technical teams to deliver novel solutions for food applications.
Responsibilities
- Conduct experiments to isolate and characterize natural flavor compounds
- Develop scalable processes for ingredient extraction and purification
- Analyze sensory and chemical profiles of raw materials and prototypes
- Support regulatory compliance for natural product claims
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on flavor formulation projects
- Maintain accurate records of experimental data and methodologies
- Evaluate new sources of natural raw materials for flavor potential
- Optimize processing conditions to enhance flavor stability and performance
- Stay current with scientific literature and industry trends
- Present findings to internal stakeholders and technical groups
- Troubleshoot technical issues during scale-up or production
- Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards in lab operations
- Contribute to intellectual property development through innovation
- Participate in supplier evaluations for raw material sourcing
- Assist in the validation of analytical methods for flavor components
Nice to Have
- PhD in a relevant scientific field
- Industry experience in flavor development for food products
- Hands-on experience with GC-MS, HPLC, or related instrumentation
- Knowledge of enzymatic transformations in flavor systems
- Experience working with plant-based or botanical extracts
- Publication record in peer-reviewed journals
- Project management experience in R&D settings
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work model with on-site and remote components
Team
Collaborative environment within a global food technology research division
Innovation Focus
Research emphasizes discovery and application of naturally derived flavor compounds to meet clean-label demands.
Sustainability Commitment
Projects prioritize environmentally responsible sourcing and processing methods for raw materials.
Global Collaboration
Opportunities to engage with international research teams and technical centers.
Professional Development
Access to training programs and conferences to support scientific growth.
Technology Platforms
Utilization of advanced analytical and bioprocessing tools for flavor innovation.
Available for qualified candidates requiring sponsorship
