Senior Food Scientist

Campden BRI; Chipping Campden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Campden BRI, une entreprise reconnue, recherche un Senior Scientist pour rejoindre son équipe de Food & Drink Science. Ce rôle vous engage à mener des projets techniques, fournir des conseils, et utiliser des méthodes analytiques tout en ayant un impact réel sur l'innovation des produits alimentaires. Vous ferez partie d'une équipe collaborative et aurez l'occasion de voyager, tout en bénéficiant d'un environnement qui valorise l'équilibre travail-vie personnelle.

Benefits

Plateforme de récompense avec réductions et récompenses pour les employés

25 jours de congés + 8 jours fériés

Schéma de congé à acheter et vendre

Plan de pension avantageux

Culture axée sur l'équilibre travail/vie personnelle

Restaurant subsidisé sur site

Qualifications

• Diplôme en science alimentaire/technologie ou équivalent.
• PhD essentiel en sciences alimentaires ou ingénierie chimique.
• Compétences en gestion de projet et analyse de données.

Responsibilities

• Gérer des projets techniques pour des fabricants de produits alimentaires.
• Fournir des conseils d'experts aux clients de divers secteurs.
• Utiliser des techniques analytiques pour évaluer la qualité des produits.

Skills

Analyse des propriétés physiques

Méthodes analytiques

Gestion de projet

Education

Doctorat en science alimentaire/ingénierie chimique ou similaire

Diplôme en science/technologie alimentaire ou similaire

Tools

Techniques instrumentales

Analyse statistique

Job description

Consulting Technology

Supporting food manufacturers and retailers with product innovation including: rheology, new product development, value optimisation, instructional development, pilot plant, quality and food safety manufacturing, thermal processing, new technologies, and regulatory affairs.

Food & Drink Science Team

Campden BRI is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Scientist to join our Food & Drink Science team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys applying scientific expertise to real-world challenges in food manufacturing, working directly with clients, and delivering practical, impactful solutions.

Why Join Campden BRI?

Campden BRI is a leading provider of technical services to the food and drink industry. You’ll be part of a collaborative team working on diverse projects that make a tangible impact. The role offers opportunities for travel, professional development, and direct engagement with some of the most respected names in the sector.

This role is based in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire and will be site based with occasional working from home.

If you’re passionate about food science and ready to take on a role that blends technical expertise with industry impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us deliver smarter, better food solutions.

Position

• Lead and manage technical projects for food and drink manufacturers
• Provide expert advice and consultancy to clients across industry, government, and academia
• Apply a range of analytical techniques to assess product quality, texture, structure, and performance
• Produce clear, concise reports and present findings to clients and stakeholders
• Identify new business opportunities and contribute to service development
• Deliver training sessions and support internal teams with technical expertise
  
  

Requirements

• A degree in food science/ technology or similar.
• A PhD in food science/chemical engineering/similar with a focus on development of analytical methods, experimental design, execution, statistical analysis, scientific writing, project management, and presenting at conferences.
• Knowledge of food science and technology and analysis of physical properties such as rheology, texture, structure, and thermal properties is essential
• Knowledge of and experience with functionality of emulsifiers, proteins, starches, and hydrocolloids etc.
• Experience in using instrumental techniques to investigate raw materials or product properties.
• Experience in data analysis from the above and familiarity with statistical analysis techniques required.
• Project management skills.
  
  

Benefits

• Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%
• Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)
• Subsidised onsite restaurant
  
  

Additional Information

Opportunity for UK and International travel, due to this you will need to have a full driving license and your own transport to reach our site.