Food Savory R&D Technologist M/W/X

Key Responsibilities

Independently develop and optimize yeast extract-based application solutions across savory food categories, including soups, bouillons, sauces, and snack seasoning systems.

Lead formulation design and iterative prototyping for flavor enhancement, umami modulation, and taste rounding performance.

Conduct sensory evaluation and interpret sensory data to guide formulation decisions and product positioning.

Translate customer briefs and market requirements into robust technical solutions and scalable formulations.

Evaluate ingredient interactions within complex food matrices and troubleshoot formulation challenges.

Conduct competitor benchmarking and trend analysis in savory flavor systems and seasoning applications.

Support customer-facing technical projects, including sample development, troubleshooting, and technical presentations.

Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and regional/global R&D teams to support business-driven innovation.

Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, and internal R&D standards. Qualifications & Skills

Master's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related discipline.

Proven experience in formulation development in at least one application area (e.g., soups, bouillons, snack seasonings, sauces). Exceptional junior candidates with relevant academic or internship experience are also encouraged to apply. Strong sensory evaluation capability with structured sensory thinking and flavor profiling experience.

Solid understanding of ingredient functionality, flavor interactions, and food matrix behavior.

Ability to independently design experiments and interpret technical data.

Strong problem-solving skills in formulation troubleshooting and product improvement.

Good communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional and customerfacing environments.

Business-oriented mindset with ability to translate technical work into customer value.

Proficiency in English for global collaboration (written and spoken).

Willingness to travel for customer visits, trade shows in Europe, and knowledge exchange in headquarter China. What We Offer

Opportunity to contribute to innovative savory flavor solutions shaping the future of food.

Exposure to global R&D projects and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across different regions.

Professional development and career growth opportunities within a global biotechnology company.

Competitive compensation and benefits package.