Research & Development Technologist

b3 jobs; England; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Research & Development Technologist in a dynamic environment focused on product innovation. This role involves supporting the NPD Manager in bringing new products from concept to launch, while also enhancing existing offerings. You will conduct laboratory trials, perform essential analyses, and ensure quality standards are met. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree and have a passion for food science, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation in the food industry.

Qualifications

• Degree in food science or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in NPD or laboratory settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory and factory trials for new product development.
• Perform physical and chemical analyses and generate reports.
• Maintain ingredient inventory and oversee factory trials.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Food Science or related discipline

Job description

The purpose of your role will be to provide support to the NPD Manager in delivering the company’s product development. This exciting role involves all aspects of NPD from concept to launch of new innovations in addition to continuous improvement of the existing range.

Key tasks

1. Conduct laboratory and factory trials for NPD, existing products, new ingredients, and packaging, and complete reports.
2. Perform physical and chemical analyses (e.g., viscosity, pH, Brix) and sensory evaluations (e.g., heat shock, melting resistance, scoopability), generating reports.
3. Maintain ingredient and product inventory, ensure proper labeling, and conduct benchmarking sessions to keep the NPD lab stocked.
4. Oversee factory trials, attend first productions, hand over to Production and Technical teams, and complete all necessary paperwork.

About You

To be considered for the Research & Development Technologist role, you will possess a degree or equivalent in a food science related discipline and/or possess previous food technical, NPD, laboratory or similar experience from either a full-time role or university placement.

1. You will have a good understanding of food safety, technical information and quality standards.
2. Have excellent organisation and problem-solving skills.
3. An excellent communicator at all levels.
4. A personable candidate with the ability to build rapport and maintain positive working relationships.

More details

The Research & Development Technologist job is paying up to £30,000 according to your experience. Due to the location of the site, it is important that you can drive and have your own transport.

The site is in Winchester, Hampshire and is commutable from Southampton, Basingstoke, Salisbury, Newbury and Portsmouth.

The working hours are 8.00am-4.30pm with flexibility to attend production trials.