About this role
Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and enhance yeast-protein-based solutions for a range of food applications, including sports nutrition products, plant-based dairy substitutes, and baked goods. Drive recipe development and continuous prototype improvement to achieve targeted functionality, such as texture enhancement, emulsification, gel formation, and overall product performance. Analyze sensory evaluation results and transform insights into actionable recommendations for formulation refinement and product advancement. Perform competitive product assessments and monitor industry developments related to proteins and functional ingredients. Convert customer requirements and market expectations into effective technical concepts and scalable product solutions. Provide technical expertise for customer-focused projects, including prototype preparation, issue resolution, and technical demonstrations. Partner with commercial, marketing, and international R&D teams to deliver innovative products aligned with business objectives. Maintain adherence to regulatory guidelines, quality requirements, and internal research and development procedures. Qualifications & Skills Master's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, or a closely related field. Demonstrated background in product formulation and application development within food systems such as sports nutrition, plant-based alternatives, bakery products, or similar sectors. Talented early-career candidates with relevant academic projects or internship exposure are welcome to apply. Strong expertise in sensory assessment, product characterization, and structured evaluation methodologies. In-depth knowledge of ingredient performance, protein functionality, and interactions within complex food matrices. Ability to independently plan trials, execute experiments, and draw meaningful conclusions from technical findings. Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities related to formulation challenges and product improvement. Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and engage with customers. Commercial awareness and the capability to translate technical innovations into business and customer benefits. Fluent English communication skills, both verbal and written, for international collaboration. Flexibility to travel for customer meetings, industry exhibitions throughout Europe, and knowledge-sharing activities with the headquarters in China.