Associate Specialist Lipids (opens in new tab)

Nestlé S.A.; Vers-chez-les-Blanc; Remote; CHF 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options (hybrid)

Paid holidays beyond legalRequirements

Learning and development opportunities

Performance based bonus

Healthcare contribution & Employee APE

Pension plan contribution

Generous parental leave & family 2024-

Job summary

Nestlé Research in Vers-chez-les-Blanc, Switzerland is seeking an Associate Specialist Lipids to advance lipid science for food applications. You will lead projects, design lab studies on crystallisation, structuring and oxidation, and translate findings into real product benefits for people, pets, and the planet.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contribute to IP and publications, and mentor students and technicians while communicating results to technical and business audiences.

Qualifications

• PhD in Food Science/Chemistry, Food Engineering, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of lipid science, including crystallisation, structuring and oxidation.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving to transform science into value.
• Excellent project management, organisation and communication skills.
• Collaborative, proactive with initiative and integrity.
• Fluent in English; other languages are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Build scientific knowledge of lipid science and emerging methods.
• Develop robust concepts translating lipid research into food applications.
• Lead research projects and communicate results to technical and business audiences.
• Design and execute lab studies on lipid crystallisation, structuring and oxidation.
• Transfer knowledge to development teams to accelerate innovation.
• Strengthen scientific visibility through IP, publications, conferences and coaching.

Skills

Lipid science

Lipid crystallisation

Lipid structuring

Lipid oxidation

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Food Science/Chemistry or Food Engineering

Job description

Location: Vers-chez-les-Blanc, Switzerland Work model: Full time Contract type / duration: 2 years limited contract

Shape the future through scientific breakthroughs and innovation

As an Associate Specialist Lipids at Nestlé Research, your mission is to strengthen scientific expertise and generate new insights in lipid physics and chemistry for food applications. You’ll make a difference by collaborating closely with multidisciplinary research teams, product development teams, expert networks, innovation partners, suppliers, universities, and research institutes. This is your opportunity to turn ideas into sustainable and innovative solutions for people, pets, and the planet.

How you’ll make an impact as an Associate Specialist Lipids

• Building scientific knowledge of emerging methods, trends, and discoveries in lipid science and technology.
• Developing robust scientific concepts that translate lipid research into food applications and consumer benefits.
• Leading research projects and communicating scientific approaches and results to technical and business audiences.
• Designing and executing laboratory studies that advance understanding of lipid crystallisation, structuring, and oxidation.
• Transferring scientific knowledge to development teams to accelerate innovation projects and successful product launches.
• Strengthening scientific visibility through intellectual property, publications, conference presentations, and coaching of students and technicians.

What will make you successful

• Holding a PhD in Food Science/Chemistry, Food Engineering, or a related area, with strong knowledge of lipid science, including lipid crystallisation, structuring, and oxidation.
• Applying analytical thinking and problem-solving to turn science and technology into consumer and business value.
• Using project management, organisation, and communication skills to deliver clear scientific outcomes.
• Collaborating proactively across disciplines while showing initiative, integrity, and a passion for knowledge sharing.
• Communicating fluently in English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Bringing collaboration, fresh thinking, bold questions, respect, and a positive, wellbeing-oriented mindset, to create shared value.

At Nestlé Research, we place people at the core of everything we do

Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:

• Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office based roles)
• Paid holidays beyond legal requirements
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• Performance based bonus
• Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Strong employer contribution to your pension plan
• Generous parental leave and comprehensive family support solutions
• Attractive employee discounts across various products and services

What to expect from our hiring process

We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

The hiring process typically includes an interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. Depending on the role, a video assessment may be included. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.