Senior Pharmaceutical Botanist

Nutreco Switzerland GmbH; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 85.000 - 118.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global animal nutrition company is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Botanist to lead innovative research in phytotechnology and microtechnology. This role involves driving scientific discovery, establishing analytical methodologies, and collaborating across departments to translate findings into market-ready solutions. The ideal candidate has a PhD or Master's degree in a relevant field and a passion for impactful research. This position is based in Arbon, Switzerland and offers a competitive salary and extensive development opportunities.

Leistungen

Competitive salary package

25 vacation days plus Swiss public holidays

Unlimited LinkedIn Learning access

Dynamic international work environment

Qualifikationen

• Proven research excellence with publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Deep expertise in plant biology, pharmacology, and natural product chemistry.
• Experience with fieldwork and plant specimen collection.

Aufgaben

• Drive independent programs to identify novel plant species.
• Establish analytical methodologies for characterizing complex bioactive compounds.
• Design and execute laboratory experiments to evaluate efficacy and safety.

Kenntnisse

Plant biology

Analytical techniques

Research leadership

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

PhD in Botany, Phytochemistry, Ethnobotany or related field

Tools

Chromatography

Mass spectrometry

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Nutreco Exploration is the ingredient Discovery & Development partner for Nutreco businesses.

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

Organization & Campus

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.

Role Focus

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 groundbreaking investigations into phytotechnology and microtechnology, translating fundamental botanical expertise into transformative commercial applications that improve animal health globally.

Your Research Opportunities & Impact

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

Collaboration & Translation

• In NutEx, collaboration drives innovation. You'll work closely with subject-matter experts across animal science, chemistry, marketing, and regulatory affairs to translate your discoveries into market-ready solutions for our EDGEOS brand.
• Lead scientific documentation and maintain detailed research records that contribute to patent applications and publications
• Present research findings to internal stakeholders and external scientific communities
• Support regulatory submissions for breakthrough phytocomplex innovations
• Provide guidance to team members on botany topics, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of processes and projects.

What We Offer

• 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 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 enables deep collaboration with our tight-knit innovation team and access to specialized equipment.

Contact Information

Please contact us on our online application tool:

careers.nutreco.com/vacancy/1872/senior-pharmaceutical-botanist