Research Scientist Carbohydrates

Job description

Research Scientist Carbohydrates

“Constant scientific challenges and close business bonds”

Nestlé Research Center, Vers-chez-les-Blancs, Switzerland Temporary/fixed term of time contract,
act. rate 100%

Over the last 5 years, the 600-staff NRC has published around 1000 scientific publications in peer review journals and files about 80 patents every year. The NRC also has around 100 research collaborations with universities or research institutes around the world. The NRC is organized with three large research institutes for Nutritional Science, Materials Science and Food Safety & Analytical Science. Research Units focusing on Clinical Development, and PetCare, complement these major Institutes. The NRC plays an important role in providing the science behind healthier products (learn more about the NRC at www.research.nestle.com).

Lausanne is home to the two strongholds of Nestlé's fundamental research: the Nestlé Research Center (NRC) and the Nestlé Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS) that investigate the complex interactions between nutrition, health and wellness.

In order to complete our Chemistry Department, we are currently looking for a Research Scientist on Carbohydrates .

In this role, you will collaborate extensively within our Expert Group in Carbohydrates and will have the chance to play a role in the global R&D expert networks in this area.

Key responsibilities
· Contribute to/lead multidisciplinary projects related to carbohydrate chemistry, nutritional and physicochemical functionality with emphasis on starch and cereals
· Work in collaboration with a team of biochemists, enzymologists, food technologists and nutrition scientists.
· Contribute to rapid prototyping efforts in new and existing projects
· Generate IP on carbohydrate science, with emphasis on starch and cereals, that is relevant to Nestlé processes and products
· Project management and interactions with external companies/universities.
· Develop and maintain scientific expertise in the field through impactful publications and presentations
Required Qualifications
· PhD in Food Science, Engineering or Biochemistry, or any related field, with a focus on carbohydrates and/or cereal chemistry
· Combined with 2-4 years experience in industry or academia
· Strong “hands-on” experience in starch chemistry/physics, cereal chemistry, and global knowledge on cereal processing would be a plus
· Experience in setting up research projects, building collaborations with external scientific partners and/or project management will be considered an asset
· Excellent communication and presentation skills in English
Show us that you are a passionate person with a strong work ethic, integrity and total honesty. You are able to create a climate of innovation, renovation and knowledge sharing. Your strong initiative to be seen as a driver and your focus to translate and implement science into business will set you apart among the other candidates. If you want to make a difference to our performance, please don't hesitate and apply in English at www.nestle.com/jobs .

The Nestlé Group is the world's largest food and beverage company with 89.8 billion Swiss Francs in sales in 2017. It is present in 150 countries around the world, has 418 factories and its 328,000 employees are committed to Nestlé's purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Nestlé offers a wide portfolio of products and services for people and their pets throughout their lives. Its more than 2000 brands range from global icons like Nescafé or Nespresso to local favourites. Company performance is driven by its Nutrition, Health and Wellness strategy. Nestlé is based in the Swiss town of Vevey where it was founded more than 150 years ago. Learn more about our Group and reasons to join us on www.nestle.com .