Hector Beverages

Space Food Club; Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hector Beverages in India is seeking a Senior R&D Scientist for food ingredients. The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in Food Science/Technology/Chemistry and has a minimum of 10 years of industry experience specializing in ingredients, functional beverage development, and formulation.

The role involves leading new product development, optimizing ingredient functionality, and collaborating with external partners to drive innovation in our product range, while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or a related field from a reputed university.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D efforts focused on food ingredients and functional beverage development.
• Develop innovative ingredient solutions and formulations aligned with market trends.
• Collaborate with product development, regulatory affairs, and marketing to bring concepts to commercialization.
• Mentor junior R&D staff and drive a culture of innovation.
• Ensure formulations comply with regulatory standards and food safety guidelines.

Education

Ph.D. in Food Science/Technology/Chemistry

Job description

Company Name

Hector Beverages

Job Title

Senior R&D Scientist Food Ingredients

Job Location

Manesar

Description

Job Summary: We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced professional with a Ph.D. in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Chemistry, or a related field from a reputed university. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of industry experience specializing in food ingredients, functional food development, and formulation. This role will be instrumental in leading new product development, optimizing ingredient functionality, and collaborating with external partners to drive innovation in our product range.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead R&D efforts focused on food ingredients, particularly those beneficial for gut health, zero-calorie formulations, and functional beverages.
• Develop innovative ingredient solutions and formulations that align with market trends and consumer preferences.
• Conduct in-depth research on functional ingredients, including natural sweeteners, probiotics, and plant-based additives.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product development, regulatory affairs, and marketing, to bring new products from concept to commercialization.
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging ingredients, and advancements in food science.
• Establish collaborations with scientific institutions, universities, and industry experts to drive research and innovation.
• Ensure all formulations comply with regulatory standards and food safety guidelines.
• Troubleshoot formulation and processing challenges to optimize product performance and shelf life.
• Mentor junior R&D team members and foster a culture of innovation.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ph.D. in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or a related field from a reputed university.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, with a strong focus on food ingredients and formulation.
• Proven expertise in ingredient functionality, product formulation, and innovation.
• Experience working with natural sweeteners, prebiotics, probiotics, and other functional ingredients.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to food and beverage formulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.