Food R&D Specialist Padova

Food R&D Specialist
Padova
Veneto, Padova

For a well known company in the food industry, located in Padua, we are looking for a **Food R&D Specialist.

**Responsibilities

- manages a strong pipeline of projects supporting the development of our Functional Solutions in EMEA region.

Projects include ingredient testing, formula optimization, trouble-shooting and innovative concept development;

- carries out studies and test on technical characteristics of ingredients and the interaction between them;

- performs analytical tests on new ingredients/products as part of R&D projects management;

- support R&D Manager and Sales Manager in pre-sales and post-sales technical assistance;

- new products development and raw materials assessments;

- creates provisional data sheets;

- performs raw materials scouting;

- conducts technical training to sales force and R&D colleagues.

**Your Profile

The Company will consider applicants that meet the following requirements:

- a Master's Degree in Food science and technology or Food biotechnologies;

- at least 3-6 years of experience in medium to large structured companies operating in the food industry sector in the field of research and development;

- excellent theorical and practical knowledge in functional ingredients such as emulsifiers, stabilizers, hydrocolloids, starches, fibers etc. . ;

- excellent knowledge of possible synergies between different functional ingredients;

- good knowledge of English language (verbal and written);

- willingness to make short trips in Italy and Europe.

To complete the profile: problem solving capacity, positivity and enthusiasm, creativity, ability to work in a dynamic and multicultural environment, excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility and precision and organization.

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