Product Development Technologist

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

Job summary

A leading company in botanical research & development is looking for a Product Development Technologist. This role involves developing extraction processes for the food industry and working with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a background in food science or biochemistry and must possess strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in R&D within botanical extraction.
• Knowledge of extraction technologies (solvent extraction, steam distillation).
• Understanding of flavour chemistry & botanical extracts.

Responsibilities

• Design and refine botanical extraction techniques.
• Collaborate with R&D and product teams.
• Conduct trials to improve extraction methods.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Documentation skills

Education

Degree in Biochemistry

Degree in BioTech

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Food Science

Job description

Product Development Technologist, Shrewsbury

Client:

Jellyfish Recruitment

Location:

Shrewsbury, 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:

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

Requirements:

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

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of innovative botanical research & product development. Apply today!