R&D Project Specialist, Cultivated Protein (Hybrid)

Nutreco; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Pension scheme

30 vacation days

Hybrid working model

Learning platforms

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Nutreco is seeking an R&D Project Specialist – Cultivated Protein to support technical projects, coordinate activities and analyse data across customer collaborations and product development initiatives. You will work at the intersection of customer needs, scientific opportunities and project execution within an evolving cultivated-protein program, reporting to the Innovation Lead for Cell Nutrition.

With a Master’s degree in biotechnology or related field and 1–2 years in R&D or project

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in biotechnology, biochemical engineering or a related field.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Adaptable and entrepreneurial approach for a growing, early-stage environment.
• Knowledge of Cultivated Protein or cultivated-protein industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate technical activities and bring together people, information and data to move innovation projects forward.
• Translate customer needs into R&D priorities and coordinate meetings across stakeholders.
• Support early-stage product development by evaluating new ingredients and assisting study design.
• Analyze and organize project data to support technical decision-making.
• Take ownership of grant administration and partnerships, including documentation and reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Adaptable mindset

Cultivated Protein knowledge

Data modelling interest

Education

Master’s degree in biotechnology or biochemical engineering

Job description

Nutreco is seeking an R&D Project Specialist – Cultivated Protein to support technical projects, coordinate activities and analyse data across customer collaborations and product development initiatives. You will work at the intersection of customer needs, scientific opportunities and project execution within an evolving cultivated-protein program, reporting to the Innovation Lead for Cell Nutrition.

With a Master’s degree in biotechnology or related field and 1–2 years in R&D or project