Junior Packaging Safety Scientist

Nestlé S.A.; Lausanne; On-site; CHF 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé S.A. in Lausanne invites applications for a Junior Research Assistant in Packaging Safety to develop, validate and apply analytical methods for novel coated paper packaging materials.

You will collaborate with teammates, research colleagues, operations teams, quality managers and external partners to turn ideas into sustainable packaging solutions for people, pets and the planet. The role offers hands-on lab work, data interpretation and documentation, with opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in chemistry or analytical chemistry.
• Interest in analytical sciences, packaging safety and sustainable packaging technologies.
• Hands-on laboratory experience with analytical methods.
• Strong data analysis and scientific reporting skills.
• Proficiency in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate analytical methods for novel packaging materials.
• Perform packaging characterization analyses to support research outcomes.
• Consolidate data and write clear analytical documentation for teams.
• Assist in transferring analytical methods to operations and end users.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to stay at the forefront of packaging safety science.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

GC-MS

LC-HRMS

Data analysis

Scientific reporting

English & French

Education

Master’s degree in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry

Tools

GC-MS

LC-HRMS

Material characterization

Job description

Nestlé S.A. in Lausanne invites applications for a Junior Research Assistant in Packaging Safety to develop, validate and apply analytical methods for novel coated paper packaging materials.

You will collaborate with teammates, research colleagues, operations teams, quality managers and external partners to turn ideas into sustainable packaging solutions for people, pets and the planet. The role offers hands-on lab work, data interpretation and documentation, with opportunities to contribute to