Revolutionize the Future of Food at MARS: Join as a Senior Research Scientist

Mars Food & Nutrition is a global leader in the food industry, known for its innovation and commitment to creating delicious and nutritious products. We are currently looking for a Senior Research Scientist to join our Science & Technology team and contribute to our ongoing mission of revolutionizing the future of food.

Job Available In 2 Locations: Oud-Beijerland, South Holland, Netherlands; Olen, Belgium

Job Description:

Are you a Master of Flavor and Texture? Join Our Innovative Food Science Team! Mars Food & Nutrition is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Food Scientist to join our Science & Technology (S&T) team. This role is crucial for advancing our global initiatives by leveraging scientific expertise in ingredient functionality, food structure design, and processing to achieve desired taste and texture profiles. As a Senior Research Scientist, you will be instrumental in developing the next generation of delicious foods with customized structures, flavors, and health benefits.

If you have a solid background in material science, functional ingredients, food rheology, and processing, we want you! Bring your expertise in ready-to-heat meals, sauces, and dressings to our dynamic team. Apply now and revolutionize the future of food!

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Science Platform Lead to shape, develop, and execute science projects aligned with our S&T strategy.
• Provide technical leadership on functional food ingredients, focusing on flavor and texture drivers across Mars Food & Nutrition.
• Establish and manage science projects both internally and with external research partners.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives with internal and external collaborators, ensuring effective project organization and timely updates.
• Organize and plan lab and pilot-scale trials, demonstrating strong organizational skills and engaging with relevant experts.
• Manage science projects through the stage-gate process, including budgeting, reporting, knowledge capture, and CAPEX input.
• Generate new intellectual property (IP) for the company and manage IP portfolios, including securing patents and ensuring compliance.
• Contribute to the development of a high-performing global S&T team.
• Communicate project and technical findings effectively to inform and influence key stakeholders.
• Structure data and results into technical memos, providing status updates and ensuring seamless knowledge transfer.
• Write high-quality technical reports and literature reviews with minimal guidance, and mentor junior colleagues.
• Influence senior stakeholders for project and platform steering and decision-making.

What are we looking for?

• Master’s degree in food science, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or related fields is required; a PhD is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience post-PhD or 7 years post-master’s, with at least 3 years in an FMCG environment.
• Strong understanding of food material properties, food flavor and texture, functional food ingredients, and food rheology.
• Proficiency in using analytical instruments for studying food structure design and conducting sensory evaluations.
• Demonstrated experience in food structure design and the development of flavor, taste, and texture.
• Knowledge of functional ingredients, food emulsions, and food processing practices.
• Solid project management skills, including the ability to influence and communicate complex information to diverse stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder management and networking skills, with the ability to connect with internal and external partners.
• Collaborative mindset to lead in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Experience with ready-to-heat meals, sauces, and dressings, as well as structural modeling in food, is a plus.

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