Bio Flavour Technologist
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Unilever is looking for a Bio Flavour Technologist on a temporary 4-month maternity cover basis.
About Foods R&D
Foods R&D develops superior products and solutions rooted in differentiated science and technology. At Hive Wageningen, we collaborate across internal teams, external partners, and academia to drive breakthrough innovations.
Job Purpose
This 4-month maternity cover role focuses on supporting the scientific and technological exploration of flavour from future bio-based ingredients. The role combines biotechnology, flavour science and experimental execution to generate early-stage insights and innovation opportunities.
What will your main responsibilities be
- Support exploration of bio processes (fermentation, enzymatic treatment) to create flavour ingredients
- Design and execute lab and kitchen scale experiments
- Understand and interpret flavour analysis (GC-MS, LC-MS, others), lead and support sensory evaluations
- Develop product prototypes (bouillons, dressings, seasonings)
- Collaborate with internal and external partners
- Maintain documentation in electronic lab notebooks
- Ensure compliance with HACCP and safety standards
What you need to succeed
- Bachelor or Master degree in Food Science, Flavour Science, Biotechnology or similar
- Experience in lab-scale fermentation experimentation and/or biotechnology-driven ingredient development
- Knowledge of flavour analysis techniques and sensory science
- Hands-on and structured scientific mindset
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- A better world. A better business. A better you. -
Every day, 3.4 billion people around the world enjoy our products from groundbreaking brands like Hellmann's, Robijn, Knorr, and Dove (to name just a few). Our brands lead the way - innovating in their fields, delighting their consumers and powering our business forward.
A role with us means…
- A better world. A better business. A better you. -
Every day, 3.4 billion people around the world enjoy our products from groundbreaking brands like Hellmann's, Robijn, Knorr, and Dove (to name just a few). Our brands lead the way - innovating in their fields, delighting their consumers and powering our business forward.
A role with us means endless opportunities with global brands that make markets and people who play to win. Grow your career whilst shaping the future.
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