Job Summary:

The Principal Applications Scientist is a strong technical player for the full EU Sauces and Inclusions business and supports the technical interaction with local plant stakeholders, with the Sales Account Managers, with customers and with suppliers. The backbone of this role is in food science, particularly in the areas of hydrocolloid and physical chemistry. You would also have a broad understanding and knowledge of processing, complex rheology and food microbiology. 

What you’ll do:                                                            

• Work on new product ideas and customer requirements, translating research into usable products
• Operate & define pilot-scale process equipment to make first production scale-ups, process optimization and small-scale production in the industrial environment
• Statistical treatment and validation of data obtained with the analytical instruments, and using this data develop to guidelines and process parameters for process and product design
• Prioritise projects based on customer needs and timing and independently scope projects and develop solutions, including diagnosing and troubleshooting issues to communicate the results to customers
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized laboratory environment, in accordance with our health and safety policies
• May lead cross functional teams to ensure alignment of objectives and development of suitable methodologies

What you’ll bring:

• Minimum BSc degree or equivalent in a General Science or Food Science major. Master's degree preferred.
• Experience of chocolate, bakery, confectionary and dairy manufacturing would be an asset
• Demonstrable experience and understanding of food science fundamentals as well as GMP and HACCP principles
• Strong communicative and presentation skills with an innovative and analytical mindset
• Fluency in English; German, French or Dutch would be an advantage
• Willingness to travel to 20%, this may include short notice international travel

What you’ll get: 

• Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week.
• An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities.
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond.

About Sensient: 

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

About Sensient Flavors: 

Sensient Flavors offers innovative, global taste solutions and specialized flavor delivery systems that help bring life to your food and beverage products. Our leading-edge technologies reflect our core philosophies to be dynamic and innovative and to add value to your applications. 

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