Application Scientist (Dairy, Beverage & Specialized Nutrition)

Roquette Laisa España SA; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Roquette Laisa España SA in Mumbai seeks an Application Scientist to develop application solutions in the Dairy, Beverage and Specialized Nutrition segments. The role involves bench tests, scale‑up trials, and customer visits to demonstrate product value.

You will lead projects, collaborate with Sales/Marketing, develop training programs, and ensure proper documentation of trials while supporting innovation and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Food Science/ Food Engineering/ Dairy Technology.
• Minimum 8 years in a similar dairy, plant protein, stabilizer or flavor ingredient role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute application development projects in Dairy and Beverage to validate value of solutions.
• Develop customer‑focused application solutions supported by evidence.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to provide technical support aligned with opportunities.
• Design and deliver technical training programs for customers and internal teams.
• Maintain trial records and documentation for innovation and patenting.
• Participate in customer trials and deliver seminars on product and solutions.
• Manage SOPs for equipment related to the segment.
• Contribute to a safe, environmentally friendly workplace and comply with safety SOPs.

Skills

Dairy formulation

Process equipment handling

English communication

Education

Bachelor or Master in Food Science/ Food Engineering/ Dairy Technology

Job description

To meet our challenges, we are looking for an Application Scientist within the CTS (Customer Technical Service) team! This position will be located in Mumbai.

Position Purpose

Develop application solutions and innovative formula in the Dairy / Beverage / Specialized Nutrition.Support customer request (ASR) via bench test,scale up trials and customer visits.Support regional and global innovation projects.

Position scope:Dairy, Beverage & Specialized Nutrition

Your experience and talents will make the difference to:

• Lead and execute application development projects within the Dairy and Beverage segments to demonstrate and validate the functional value of our solutions—including current products, range extensions, and new product development (NPD).

• Develop customer‑focused application solutions supported by scientific evidence, ensuring a clear structure–function understanding and alignment with performance needs.

• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to ensure the appropriate level of technical support based on business opportunities and strategic priorities

• Design and deliver technical training programs for customers and internal go‑to‑market teams, enhancing understanding of product functionality and application performance.

• Due diligence in keeping trial records with proper documentation to facilitate innovation and protect the value trough patenting of our solutions

• Participate in customers trials, with a high degree of technical challenge.

• Deliver technical seminars on product and solutions at customer’s and large group settings.

• Manage operation and development of SOP of machine and equipment related to segment.

• Contribute to a safe and environmentally friendly workplace and comply with Roquette’s safety policies and SOP.

What we will love about you:

• Self-starter with good knowledge of formulation science for dairy and beverage

• Keen interest to develop skills new application areas not currently familiar.

• Experience in handling processing equipment eg., Homogenizers, ice-cream mixers, Stephan mixers and other process equipment.

• Manufacturing experience is a plus.

• Knowledge and experience with specialty ingredients – Modified starch, proteins and sugar substitutes is desired.

• Good spoken and written English.

• Effective team player, independent and resourceful.

And also …

• Bachelor or Masters in Food Science/ Food Engineering/ Dairy Technology

• Minimum 8 years in similar role in a dairy, plant protein or stabilizer, modified starch, food and flavour ingredient company.