Research Scientist: Dairy Matrix & Sustainable Diets

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

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.