Application Scientist - Dairy Enzymes

Job Description

Join our dynamic, fast-paced dairy enzyme team as an Applications Scientist working with the latest innovations in dairy enzymes. We're looking for a driven individual with a strong commercial, scientific, and analytical background to join our application team. In this role, you'll apply the latest enzyme technology to dairy products, serve as the go-to expert for our local application and sales team, and work on a team to drive our dairy enzyme business in the European market.

Responsibilities:

• Apply enzymes in a wide range of dairy products, including fresh-fermented, neutral, and frozen
• Perform detailed analyses of enzymatic performance and finished products
• Connect and engage with customers to promote our portfolio
• Independently operate and maintain our state-of-the-art pilot plant
• Conduct and evaluate pilot plant trials
• Manage ingredients inventory and product testing
• Develop and/or localize product concepts and demonstration kits
• Provide top-notch technical support across business functions
• Deliver engaging customer workshops and presentations

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in biotechnology, food technology, food engineering, or related discipline
• 6+ years of experience in enzyme application and/or product development
• Experience in an R&D or product development environment
• Demonstrated capability in detailed results analysis
• Ability to prepare and deliver technical presentations
• Experience in dairy products and enzyme application
• Experience in chromatographic analyses (HPLC)
• Proven ability to work independently and manage time and priorities
• Commercial acumen and ability to balance technical and commercial needs
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Customer-focused, open-minded, and flexible
• Fluent in English