.Science & Technology: Lead Technology development from idea to Proof of Concept/Process, including design of new equipment/ingredient production.Explore science-driven technological solutions in the field of biopolymers to bring competitive advantage.Generate structure design routes for texturization of food biopolymers (proteins and polysaccharides).
Execute experimental research activities, analyze data, and test hypotheses.Continuously build knowledge on the latest trends in Biopolymer science, with a focus on process-controlled structuring for rheology design and elucidating new ingredient physicochemical-textural functions.Contribute to the design of new processes based on the generated biopolymer structuring/texturization routes.Develop predictive, mathematical models for structure-rheology functions.Contribute to patent drafting and scientific substantiation of patent claims.Co-define Technology Transfer plans, ensure resources and anticipate needs.Engage in fundamental research with academic partners to address key scientific challenges.Develop and build strong relations with academia and Research Centres.Contribute to scientific publications and presentations in top International Scientific Conferences.Document knowledge about the latest methods and scientific advancements in the field.Project & People Management: Contribute to shaping S&T focus areas and project pipeline.Define resources and equipment needs.Coach and guide Food Tech Researchers and PhD/MS students.Promote cross-fertilization of ideas and technologies between the different S&T Pillars.Technical Assistance: Provide subject matter expertise to the R&D Product Development team and other departments.Active involvement in technology scaling up and implementation activities when needed.Requirements:Care about our mission and see it as a "personal" problem to be solved professionally.Scientist I: A Ph.D. in biopolymers (proteins, polysaccharides) with expertise in material science and physical techniques for texture generation.+7 years of postgraduate or industry (Technology or applied science research) experience.Research experience in polymer texturization technologies e.G.
extrusion, shear cell, power heating, and spinning technologies.Knowledge and/or research experience in texture generation and relevant characterization techniques e.G.
Rheology, Tribology, Texture Analysis.Knowledge and/or research experience in surface engineering design and relevant characterization techniques is a benefit e.G.
Contact Angle Goniometry, Zeta Potential - surface charge.Train and coach technology researchers and students on relevant characterization techniques, if needed.Experience using predictive modeling tools (e.G.
MatLab) for modeling process-microstructure and/or microstructure textural properties is a plus.A strong sense of science for application and interest in novel technologies.Fluency in English