R&D food inovation specialist, food processing technologist

BFT, s.r.o.

Place of work
Nitra
Contract type
full-time
Start date
ihneď
Wage (gross)
1 800 - 2 700 EUR/monthSalary will be definitely determined based on individual skills and experiences of applicants. The salary is divided to fix part and flexible part, based on performance of the applicant during the job execution. More informations will be available during the personal interview.

Information about the position

Job description, responsibilities and duties

  • Design and optimize product quality and composition parameters
  • Work on optimizing technological design and production concepts
  • Optimize the production process and determine production performance parameters
  • Integrate new materials into food recipes through lab application trials and analyze their performance
  • Collect and analyze data for IP protection and for PCF and LCA (life cycle assessment)
  • Validate clinical presumptions through pre-clinical trials with third party research organisations for selected products
  • Continuously research and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in the food industry and ingredients to propose innovative ideas for new products and processes
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and production, to ensure successful product launches
  • Conduct experiments in the lab to test new materials and recipe formulations
  • Attend meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss product development strategies and progress
  • Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (adjustments possible)
  • Overtime may be required for cases of projects deadlines 

Employee perks, benefits

Professional development opportunities

Presenting the company on events and conferences

Work on projects with national and international impact

Fair reimbursement for work and for objectives achieved

Information about the selection process

The personal interview is projected in two phases. Only the selected applicants will be invited to personal interview, based on CV and written Motivation letter in English. The language of interview will be English, optionally Slovak (only for justified reasons).

Expected date of completion of the selection process

30 January 2025 (there are still 14 more days)

Requirements for the employee

Candidates with education suit the position

University education (Master's degree)
Postgraduate (Doctorate)

Educational Specialization

Food Chemistry, Food technology, Biotechnology, Microbiology,

Language skills

English - Advanced (C1)

Other knowledge

Research techniques in food igredients - Advanced
Research practice in chemical laboratories - Advanced
Information technology skills - Skillful
Presentation skills - Advanced
Project planning and administration - Skillful

Driving licence

B

Experience in the position/sector

3

Number of years of experience

3

Personality requirements and skills

  • Master's or PhD degree in Food chemistry, or biochemistry, or Food Science related field (Microbiology)
  • Expertise in food product development, including formulation, application, technology concept development and integration to realisation
  • Understanding of food safety regulations and compliance
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
  • Creativity, innovation, and adaptability
  • Presentation and communication skills 

Advertiser

Brief description of the company

BFT developed a new method for alternative sweeteners and food ingredients production for sugar reduction in food, with health benefits for consumers, lowering the carbon footprint and providing the processing advantage for food processors. The BFT collaborate with leading food companies in Europa, focusing onto implementation of novel ingredients to food applications. The company is SPV and startup company as a part of group. Current development stage enter to optimisation phase in R&D and preparing the pilot phase for production of food ingredient prototypes. The applied scale up is planned with start in year 2026.

Contact

Contact person: Ing. Ivana Bégerová, MBA
Tel.: +421376516910
E-mail: send CV
ID: 4943865  Dátum zverejnenia: 10.1.2025  Základná zložka mzdy (brutto): 1 800 EUR/month