Senior Scientist/Associate Principal Scientist Food Technology

Job Description

dsm-firmenich’s Taste, Texture & Health (TTH) Business Unit brings progress to life by creating what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. TTH’s Division Ingredient Solutions is a leading global supplier of food enzymes, cultures, taste and health ingredients, and other specialties for many of the leading global and local dairy, baking, beverages, and savory food brands. The Center for Food Innovation (CFI) is the dedicated center for Research & Development (R&D) for TTH and is responsible for the development of food ingredients, cost-effective production processes, and solutions for our customers.

We are looking for an Associate Principal Scientist Food Technology to join the “Enzyme House” of the Center for Food Innovation.

As an Associate Principal Scientist Food Technology, you will join the Enzyme House Food Science and Product Development team. You are the Food Science lead for the enzyme innovation for Plant Based Dairy alternatives and Ingredient Processing business segments in a multidisciplinary project team: you will leverage your know-how on enzymes and their use in (food) applications, and your creativity to support shaping the innovation pipeline fitting the requirements of the business segments.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. 🌍

Key Responsibilities

• Development of new enzymes and new enzyme applications fitting the requirements of the Plant Based Alternatives and Ingredient Solutions business segments.
• Be the linking pin between business segments and R&D, driving enzyme ideation and filling the business innovation pipeline.
• Contribute to new enzyme product development in multidisciplinary teams, connecting across R&D, and to the business teams to create impactful solutions.
• Translate customer and business needs into relevant research questions and experimental designs.
• Interpret, analyze, and report the results of experiments to team members and customers in meetings and reports.

We bring

• Sustainability Commitment: Be part of an organization where sustainability isn't just a headline but is embedded in our strategy and processes, enabling you to make a meaningful impact on the world.
• Empowered Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible work environment that empowers you to take ownership of your work, driving accountability and fostering a healthy work-life balance.
• Inspiring Innovation: Join a company with a rich history of groundbreaking scientific innovation and a future brimming with opportunities to collaboratively create with our customers.
• Nurturing Growth: Cultivate your potential in an environment that encourages and supports curiosity, fostering an open mindset for continuous personal and professional development.
• Well-Being Priority: Experience a culture that places safety and well-being at its core, caring for both your physical and mental health.
• Inclusive Community: Join barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected, regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity. Embrace the strength of diversity.

You Bring

• PhD or equivalent experience in Food Sciences (Enzymology, Biotechnology or Food Technology are strong advantages).
• Expertise in working with enzymes (applied or fundamental).
• More than 5 years of working experience in life sciences business, within an R&D and/or innovation environment.
• Experience with working in multidisciplinary projects. Experience with project management is a bonus.
• Deep scientific understanding, creativity and pragmatism, strong leadership skills.
• A strong sense of accountability and a preference for fast-paced innovation.
• Affinity with business needs in the area of Food & Beverages, specifically for Plant Based Alternatives and Ingredient Processing.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Equal Opportunities Commitment

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drive unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate, there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us, that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet.

dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

Perks and Benefits

Purpose

Working for dsm-firmenich means the opportunity to really contribute to improving the health of people and planet through sustainable nutrition.

Recognition

We pursue a fair and competitive remuneration policy, recognizing individual and team competencies and performance.

Unlimited learning

We offer you a world of learning at your fingertips through an extensive library of both work and non-work-related training materials and platforms.

Mentorship program

We offer an internal mentorship program that helps develop your existing skills and gain new ones.

Flexibility

We support a hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to employees across the business.