Fermentation Specialist

Do you want to turn innovative fermentation ideas into practical solutions for sustainable food?

At the Cosun Innovation Center in Dinteloord, we are looking for a Fermentation Specialist. The Fermentation Specialist executes and reports on practical experimental work related to fermentation technology. The Fermentation Specialist contributes to the knowledge development of the fermentation capability and the successful delivery of the research and/or New Product Development projects. You will work closely with Scientists, project managers, and cross-functional project members.

About Cosun

Royal Cosun is a leading international agricultural cooperative, owned by approximately 8,100 sugar beet growers. Our purpose is clear: we aim to contribute to an enjoyable, nutritional, and circular world by unlocking the full potential of plants and people for current and next generations. This purpose is rooted in 125 years of Cosun history in successfully valorizing arable crops, such as sugar beets, chicory, and potatoes, and co-products into a diverse portfolio of value-added products.

Your main mission is to:

• Prepare the execution of the experimental design, including planning, material ordering, and laboratory set-up according to known procedures in a safe manner
• Execute the experimental work at lab scale, pilot scale, and/or possibly factory scale
• Ensure robust documentation and reporting of results in a clear and structured manner
• Support the analysis, interpretation, and processing of results of experiments
• Present and discuss results with the team, project team, or other departments
• Assist in continuous improvement of the design, development, and operation of bench and pilot scale experiments and their associated procedures/SOP
• Maintain lab facilities and equipment, ensuring safety and good housekeeping standards are met

Your profile

• BSc in Bio-, Chemical-, Process or Food Engineering/Technology
• 1–4 years of experience in laboratory and pilot-scale test setups and experimentation
• Ideally experienced in fermentation for the food industry
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills and experience in cross-functional collaboration
• Pragmatic, proactive, independent, and hands-on with a can-do mentality
• Organized, data-driven, curious, and open-minded

What do we offer?

• Contribute to innovations that make food systems more sustainable and future-proof
• Work at the Cosun Innovation Center, where science meets creativity and collaboration
• Access to the Cosun Academy and tailored development programs to boost your career
• Competitive salary (€4,100 – €5,000) per month, pension plan, and flexible working hours
• Join a cooperative built on trust, respect, and shared ambition—where your ideas matter and teamwork drives success

Where will you work?

You will be part of the Advanced Process Team within Corporate Invention, reporting to the Senior Lead Scientist Advanced Process. At the Cosun Innovation Center, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and commercial partners to develop innovative fermentation technologies. Our team culture emphasizes trust, collaboration, and shared ambition, ensuring that everyone feels valued and included.

Waarom werken bij Cosun?

• Innovatieve en lerende omgeving
• Verbinding en samenwerking
• Voedsel- en duurzaamheidsimpact
• Ontwikkeling en verantwoordelijkheid
• Cultuur en vertrouwen
• Coöperatiegroei en verbetering
• Dynamisch & veelzijdig speelveld
• Werkplezier en veiligheid
• Werkplezier en teamprestaties