Product Development Technologist

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

Job summary

A leading company in botanical research seeks a Product Development Technologist in Luton. The role involves designing and refining extraction techniques for high-quality flavor processes in the food industry, working with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative products. An exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and product innovation awaits you.

Qualifications

• Experience in R&D within botanical extraction for food.
• Knowledge of extraction technologies is preferred.
• Degree in a relevant scientific field is valued.

Responsibilities

• Design and scale up botanical extraction techniques.
• Collaborate with product teams from concept to launch.
• Conduct trials to test and improve extraction methods.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Documentation skills

Understanding of flavour chemistry

Education

Degree in Biochemistry, BioTech, Chemistry, or Food Science

Tools

Solvent extraction

Steam distillation

Cold pressing

Job description

Product Development Technologist, Luton, Bedfordshire

Client:

Jellyfish Recruitment

Location:

Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Product Development Technologist

Location: Hertfordshire

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

Key Responsibilities:

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

Requirements:

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

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of cutting-edge botanical research and product innovation. Apply today!