Food Scientist

Glasgow FULL TIME £30,000 - £40,000 / Year
(£2,500 - £3,333 / Month)

Job Description

As a Food Scientist at Leading Food Innovations Ltd., you'll be at the heart of our product development team. Your expertise will drive innovations in food safety, quality control, and product enhancement. We're seeking someone passionate about food science and eager to contribute to developing groundbreaking food technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Lead projects focused on food innovation and technology.
  • Conduct sensory evaluations to gather consumer feedback.
  • Document and analyse research results for product development.
  • Ensure compliance with food regulations and safety standards.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers for ingredient sourcing.
  • Train staff on new food safety protocols and quality standards.
  • Collaborate on sustainability initiatives in food sourcing.
  • Review and improve manufacturing processes to enhance product quality.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science or a related discipline
  • PhD in Food Science or related field is highly desirable
Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in food product development
Technical Skills
  • Food Product Development
  • Nutritional Analysis
Soft Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Leadership
Certifications
  • HACCP Certification
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with food processing technologies.: Understanding of technologies like extrusion and fermentation.
  • Project management experience in food product launches.: Hands-on experience in managing product launch cycles.

Benefits

  • Attractive salary package with bonus potential
  • Comprehensive health coverage and wellness programmes
  • Continuous learning and development opportunities
  • Supportive team culture focusing on innovation

Company Culture

  • Health and Wellbeing: We promote health and wellness for our employees through various initiatives.
  • Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.
Status: Closed