At La Vie, we love meat, but we don't love its impact on life. We're on a mission to help people move from an animal-based diet to a plant-based one, whilst keeping a big smile on their face. Our unique product technology and patented vegetable fat recipe, delivers the juiciest meat-like experiences ever known in the category. We are building a movement, a positive change for the industry and for the planet.
Come and join us.
From plants with Love.
Life™
Job description
The R&D laboratory assistant in the agri-food sector actively participates in the development of new products and the improvement of existing ones. Their main tasks are:
1. Product development support:
- Implement the experimental plans designated by the R&D manager
- Conduct laboratory tests to test new recipes and processes.
2. Analysis and characterization:
- Perform physico-chemical and organoleptic analyses on prototypes (sensory tests, pH analysis, texture, colorimetry, AW, etc.)
- Monitor aging tests
3. Documentation and reporting:
- Participate in writing up test and analysis results in clear and concise reports
4. Laboratory management:
- Ensure the proper functioning and maintenance of analytical equipment and instruments.
- Keep test and analysis reports up to date.
- Participate in maintaining the hygiene/cleanliness of the laboratory and tools
Desired profile
- Skills, experience and a willingness to learn take precedence over a degree.
- Laboratory experience (or experience in a food processing factory/workshop) is mandatory.
Technical skills:
- Good knowledge of ingredients and food processing technologies.
- Proficiency in laboratory analysis tools (physico-chemistry, texturometry, etc.).
- Proficiency in computer tools (Excel, Google, scientific analysis software, etc.)
Personal qualities:
- Curiosity
- Autonomy and initiative
- Rigour, scientific and mathematical mindset
- Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively with the R&D manager
- Sense of organization and respect for deadlines (punctuality)
- Responsiveness to unforeseen events and ability to solve problems
Recruitment process
You'll have an initial HR interview, followed by a second interview with Antoine, the R&D manager, and then a tour of the lab and offices. 😎
Why are we unique at La Vie?
🌱 Impact: We exist to put an end to intensive animal farming . Waking up every day to save pigs and tons of CO2 is pretty cool.
🚀 A unique adventure: Our vision is to become the biggest pork brand on Earth by 2040 ... Without harming a fly! We will achieve this vision and overcome all the challenges along the way in what will certainly be your craziest professional experience.
💙 People first: At La Vie, everyone is passionate, intelligent, and in good spirits . It's quite unique to feel that you're surrounded only by people who genuinely care about you.
🌎 International environment: English-speaking and various nationalities.
👩🏻🔬 R&D + Innovation: expect to learn a lot and eat a lot of samples!
💡Opportunities to learn and grow: training, lunch, regular Q&A sessions with our leaders, honest discussions about our company's KPIs, monthly feedback sessions.
♡ Values that unite us: #Exemplary #Ambition #Teamwork #Sunny
🤩 Trust: respect and transparency from everyone.
🥳 Weekly after-work drinks with the team.
🏃 A healthy mind in a healthy body: Team participation in sporting events!
🥼 Benefit insurance 🚲 50% off your Navigo pass or equivalent green mobility pass 🍏 Fresh fruit every day 🥗 Veggie lunch by Frichti
La Vie is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and celebrate diversity.
If you are passionate about innovation and food tech and are ready to make a significant impact on the European market, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity at La Vie.
Additional information
- Contract type: Permanent
- Start date: February 16, 2026
- Location: Paris
- Education level: No diploma
- Experience: > 1 year
- Salary: between €23,000 and €27,000 per year
