Research Scientist Dairy Matrix & Healthy Sustainable diets - Aarhus

Arla Foods A.m.b.a; Favrskov Kommune; On-site; DKK 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

Arla Foods A.m.b.a seeks a scientifically strong nutrition researcher for maternity cover in Aarhus N. You will set direction for Dairy Matrix and Healthy, Sustainable Diets research, translating findings into business opportunities and cross-functional collaboration.

You hold MSc and PhD in nutrition with research in relevant areas; English fluency is required. Commercial experience is a plus, and you will work with colleagues across Arla to advance the health agenda.

Qualifications

• You hold MSc and PhD in nutrition with research in Dairy Matrix or Sustainable Healthy Diets.
• Commercial experience is a plus and beneficial for impact beyond academia.
• Fluent English for collaboration across teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Stay up to date with the latest science in your research areas.
• Develop, evaluate and mature new research ideas aligned with goals.
• Prepare clear project proposals for governance forums.
• Manage ongoing research projects within your areas of responsibility.
• Provide scientific and strategic input to new project ideas.
• Identify risks, resource needs and practical solutions to stay on track.
• Collaborate across functions to translate insights into business opportunities.

Skills

Scientific reasoning

Effective communication

Cross-functional teamwork

English fluency

Education

MSc in nutrition

PhD in nutrition

Job description

Would you like to use your scientific expertise to help shape nutrition and health research at Arla Foods?

This maternity cover is based in our skilled Nutrition Research Team in Nutrition & Health at Arla Innovation Centre in Aarhus N. You will work closely with colleagues across Arla and build a broad network across research, innovation, public affairs and other science teams.

“You will join Nutrition & Health, where we drive Arla Foods’ health agenda through research, scientific insight and innovation support. We are 11 colleagues, most with PhDs, who are passionate about helping consumers live healthier lives. We value open discussions, collaboration and using each other’s strengths to succeed as a team,” says Head of Nutrition & Health, Anne Louise Mørkbak.

About the job

In this maternity cover, you will help set the scientific direction for selected nutrition research areas and translate research into opportunities for innovation, communication and stakeholder engagement. You will be responsible for the research areas Dairy Matrix and Healthy, Sustainable Diets, and you will help turn scientific knowledge into relevant business opportunities for Arla. You will work closely with Public Affairs and nutrition experts to strengthen Arla’s work on the role of dairy in sustainable, healthy diets, food security.

Your key responsibilities will include

• Keeping up to date with the latest science in your research areas.
• Developing, evaluating and maturing new research ideas that support the goals of the research areas.
• Preparing clear, high-quality project proposals for review in Arla’s research and portfolio governance forums.
• Managing ongoing research projects within your areas of responsibility.
• Providing scientific and strategic input to new project ideas.
• Identifying risks, resource needs and practical solutions to keep projects on track.
• Working across functions to ensure scientific insights are translated into relevant business opportunities.

Who are you?

You are a scientifically strong and curious person who enjoys turning complex nutrition science into clear recommendations and business-relevant opportunities. You think holistically, understand how science can support innovation and communication, and are comfortable collaborating with colleagues outside your own area of expertise.

You will help shape the direction of your research areas, so we are looking for someone who is proactive, structured and confident in sharing ideas and perspectives.

Further, we imagine that you

• Have an MSc and PhD in nutrition with research experience within Dairy Matrix and/or Sustainable Healthy Diets.
• Commercial experience a plus.
• Communicate fluently in English.

What do we offer?

We offer a collaborative and professional environment where you can develop your expertise, take responsibility for your own areas and contribute to meaningful work in nutrition and health. You will join a global dairy company with well-known brands and a strong focus on nutritious products, consumers and our farmer owners.

You will gain insight into the dairy industry from the inside, work with dedicated colleagues and have the flexibility needed to solve your tasks. You can also expect open discussions, constructive feedback and opportunities to learn from experienced colleagues.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about.