Product Development Technologist

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in botanical research is seeking a Product Development Technologist. In this role, you will design and optimize extraction processes for flavor formulation in the food industry, ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards. The position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative product development and research.

Qualifications

• Experience in an R&D role within botanical extraction.
• Knowledge of extraction technologies.
• Understanding of flavour chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Design and refine extraction techniques to maximize yield and quality.
• Conduct hands-on trials to enhance methods.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Documentation skills

Education

Degree in Biochemistry, BioTech, Chemistry, Food Science

Tools

Solvent extraction

Steam distillation

Cold pressing

Job description

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Our client, a leader in botanical research & development, is looking for a Product Development Technologist to develop high-quality flavour/taste extraction processes for the food industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, refine & scale up botanical extraction techniques to maximise yield, quality & sustainability.
• Work with R&D & product teams to create botanical formulations from concept to launch.
• Conduct hands-on trials to test & enhance extraction methods.
• Compliance & Quality: Ensure extracts meet purity, potency & regulatory standards (GMP, FDA, EFSA etc).
• Work with cross-functional teams, suppliers & partners to enhance extraction processes.

Requirements:

• Experience in an R&D role within botanical extraction (ideally with focus on taste across food industry).
• Knowledge of solvent extraction, steam distillation, cold pressing or related technologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving & documentation skills.
• Understanding of flavour chemistry & botanical extracts for food, beverages & nutraceuticals.
• Degree (BSc/MSc) in a related field such as Biochemistry, BioTech, Chemistry, Food Science would be interest (but not essential).

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of cutting-edge botanical research & product innovation. Apply today!