Senior Pharmaceutical Botanist

Nutreco Switzerland GmbH; Essen; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An international ingredient discovery company in Essen seeks a Senior Pharmaceutical Botanist to lead scientific research into novel plant species and apply findings to commercial animal health products. The ideal candidate holds a PhD and has advanced analytical skills. A competitive salary package and dynamic work environment are offered, fostering innovation and collaboration within a global team.

Leistungen

Competitive salary package

25 vacation days plus Swiss public holidays

Access to professional development resources

Qualifikationen

• Proven research excellence with publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Deep expertise in pharmacology and natural product chemistry.
• Experience with innovative analytical methodologies.

Aufgaben

• Drive independent programs to discover novel plant species.
• Establish analytical methodologies for bioactive compound characterization.
• Collaborate with experts to translate discoveries into market-ready solutions.

Kenntnisse

Plant biology expertise

Analytical techniques

Laboratory leadership

Pharmacology knowledge

Fieldwork experience

Ausbildung

PhD in Botany or related field

Tools

Chromatography techniques

Mass spectrometry

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Nutreco Exploration is the ingredient Discovery & Development partner for Nutreco businesses. NutEx discovers, creates, and produces ultra-specialties for feed using plants and bacteria, in a model that connects local business units with global teams. We work with novel, specialty crops and our Domestication team collaborates with Discovery to determine accessions and optimal cultivation approaches.

• The purpose of Nutreco Exploration (aka NutEx) is to create value for Nutreco in the scope of two programs: Phytotechnology and Microtechnology.
• The vision of NutEx is to build and grow new organizational capabilities for Nutreco that enable a portfolio of proprietary added-value products to improve the performance, health, welfare of aqua species, livestock, and companion animals. The products developed by NutEx involve entry barriers including patents, regulatory authorizations, and protection of cultivars.
• We engage local and global teams to discover, create, and produce novel feed ingredients using plants and bacteria.
• Our Domestication team works with Discovery to determine accessions and the optimal cultivation approach for our plants.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as a Senior Pharmaceutical Botanist. At Nutreco Exploration, we are committed to innovation and excellence in the field of animal production. You will play a crucial role in driving our mission forward and contributing to our success.

Join our “Nutreco’s Garden of the Future” campus — Nutreco Exploration (NutEx) is the ingredient development partner for Nutreco\'s global animal nutrition businesses: Skretting (aquaculture) and Trouw Nutrition (land animals). We discover, create, and produce novel feed ingredients using two cutting-edge strategic programs: Phytotechnology and Microtechnology, improving the health and welfare of millions of animals worldwide through science-based, sustainable innovation.

From our campus in Arbon, Switzerland, we work as a tight-knit team of around 25 experts, collaborating daily in an agile, cross-functional setup. We are part of Nutreco — a global company with over 11,000 employees. We value curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning, and we believe strong teamwork drives better science and better business.

Make breakthrough discoveries in botanical feed science.

Join our cutting-edge team to pioneer the next generation of phytotechnology and microtechnology feed additives through our innovative EDGEOS platform. This senior position offers exceptional opportunities to lead investigations into phytotechnology and microtechnology, translating botanical expertise into transformative commercial applications that improve animal health globally.

Responsibilities

Your Research Opportunities & Impact

Lead Scientific Discovery

• Drive independent programs to identify novel plant species with untapped potential for PhytoComplex development
• Establish innovative analytical methodologies for characterizing complex bioactive compounds using chromatography and spectroscopy
• Design and execute laboratory experiments to evaluate the efficacy and safety of plant-derived PhytoComplexes
• Pioneer complexity science applications to assess multi-compound interactions within PhytoComplexes and their holistic effects on animal welfare, health, and performance

Collaboration & Translation

• Collaborate with subject-matter experts across animal science, chemistry, marketing, and regulatory affairs to translate discoveries into market-ready solutions for the EDGEOS brand
• Lead scientific documentation and maintain detailed research records contributing to patent applications and publications
• Present findings to internal stakeholders and external scientific communities
• Support regulatory submissions for breakthrough phytocomplex innovations
• Provide guidance to team members on botany topics to foster a collaborative environment
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of processes and projects

Our Offer & What You Bring

What You Bring to Our Innovation Team

• PhD preferred in Botany, Phytochemistry, Ethnobotany, or related field (exceptional Master’s candidates with research leadership experience considered)
• Proven research excellence with publications in peer-reviewed journals and laboratory leadership experience
• Deep expertise in plant biology, pharmacology, and natural product chemistry
• Advanced proficiency with analytical techniques including chromatography and mass spectrometry
• Strong management experience
• Passion for translating fundamental science into real-world impact
• Experience with fieldwork and plant specimen collection

What We Offer

• Opportunity to build your own research program within our innovation framework
• Support for scientific publications and conference presentations to advance your research profile
• Competitive salary package with an excellent pension scheme
• 25 vacation days plus Swiss public holidays
• Unlimited LinkedIn Learning access and substantial professional development budget
• Dynamic, international work environment with exceptional colleagues
• Full-time on-site presence at our Arbon, Switzerland research facility enabling deep collaboration with our innovation team and access to specialized equipment

Contact Information

Please contact us on our online application tool: https://careers.nutreco.com/vacancy/1872/senior-pharmaceutical-botanist