Research Scientist

Konolfingen , Berne, Switzerland

Type: n/a

Category: Healthcare & Pharma

Requirements: English
Company: Nestl SA
Region: Konolfingen , Berne

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At Nestl Nutrition, our mission is to nurture a Healthier Generation. We aim to achieve this by leading the way in Research and Development of science-proven nutrition solutions and by partnering with parents and healthcare professionals around the world. From pre-conception to adulthood, we are widening our reach and opening up new opportunities across the lifelong nutrition journey.

Position Snapshot

Act. Rate: Full-Time

Type of contract: Permanent contract

What we offer at Nestl

Exciting opportunities to develop your career your way; across different brands, businesses, functions, and regions.

Flexible working arrangements - facilitating creativity and collaboration. A culture of respect, with diversity, equity, and inclusion at its core. Learn more here.

A dynamic international environment empowering you to learn, develop, and grow.

Dont hesitate to connect with us during the recruitment process to learn more.

Position Summary

As a Research Scientist, you will investigate innovative product/process concepts through applied research and contribute scientifically to product/process development projects. You will mainly work in the field of powdered products, leveraging your technical expertise in dry processing of food powders (e.g., spray drying).

A Day in the Life of a Research Scientist

• Plan and execute scientific experiments and projects to develop new concepts of potential business importance.
• Contribute to project work, e.g., through project management, scientific advice, required analyses, and technical assistance.
• Document and communicate results in reports, presentations, NesTMS, etc.
• Apply, build, and maintain knowledge/expertise in powder science & drying technologies; stay updated with developments in related research fields, scientific, and analytical disciplines.
• Maintain scientific/analytical networks; liaise with other R&D units.
• Represent NPTC Nutrition / Nestl in your field of expertise.
• Provide leadership, focus, and motivational support to the laboratory team. Integrate and coach collaborators (e.g., lab technicians, apprentices, master students).
• Assist the Group Manager in recruiting, integrating, coaching, and developing team members.
• Ensure Good Laboratory Practice and efficient laboratory operations.

What will make you successful

• Ph.D. in Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience in R&D.
• Several years of experience managing R&D projects or activities, preferably in the food industry.
• Experience with the functional properties of food powders and their characterization.
• Strong knowledge of drying and powder handling technologies.
• Excellent scientific/technical skills in data analysis and visualization.
• Good understanding of digital research tools.
• Fluent in written and spoken English; German is a plus.
• Good leadership and people management skills, comfortable with scope changes.

Nestl is committed to accessible recruitment. If you require accommodations during the process, please let us know. All information will be confidential.

Located in Konolfingen near Bern, Switzerland, at Nestl R&D, we develop new products, processes, and packaging concepts for our Nutrition, Dairy, Health Science, and Coffee businesses worldwide. We also provide technical support to our factories.

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