Are you passionate about hands-on laboratory work and eager to contribute to developing innovative enzyme solutions for the global food industry? We are looking for a skilled Research Associate to join our Food Biochemistry group at the Brabrand Innovation Site.
In this role, you will be part of an ambitious interdisciplinary team that develops enzymes enabling healthier food and more sustainable production. Our focus is on enzymes for food applications, with emphasis on bakery, brewery, dairy, and plant-based foods.
What You’ll Do
- Perform biochemical characterization of enzymes
- Evaluate enzyme candidates in food model systems
- Analyze, evaluate, and report test results
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment
What We’re Looking For
- Educational background as a trained Laboratory Technician, or relevant university-level degree
- Hands-on experience with laboratory techniques and equipment
- Strong analytical skills
- Professional fluency in English, both written and spoken
- Collaborative mindset
Skills in enzymology and/or protein chemistry are a strong advantage.
What Makes You The Right Fit
- Positive attitude and passion for laboratory work
- Readiness to learn and adapt to new tasks
- Pride in delivering and reporting high-quality data
- Responsible and solution-oriented, even in a dynamic and sometimes hectic environment
Why Join Us? You will work in project teams that are part of a larger department and often collaborate globally to develop products for major international companies. You’ll also engage with smaller local teams, benefiting from strong expertise in enzymology, biochemistry, and enzyme functionality.
Interested? Apply as soon as possible! We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, as we may begin interviewing candidates during the posting period.
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We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
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