Senior Research Scientist - Food Physics - Aarhus
Technology, Data & Digital · Data, AI & Analytics · Data Science
In short
Arla is seeking a Senior Research Scientist in Food Physics for their Aarhus, Denmark location. The role involves driving dairy innovation through expertise in physical stability, functionality, and food structure, leading research projects, and collaborating with internal and external partners. A PhD in a related field and 5-8 years of experience are required.
Responsibilities
- Drive science and innovation from lab scale to pilot plant trials.
- Lead applied research projects and innovation projects focused on food physics.
- Translate analytical insights to understand and design stable and functional products.
- Handle multiple tasks in parallel within scientific and cross-functional project teams.
- Leverage professional networks and connect Arla to external scientific partners.
- Function as a food science specialist, translating complex knowledge into clear recommendations.
- Maintain and build in-house analytical competencies within structure, functionality, and physical stability.
Requirements
- PhD degree in food physics, food science, dairy science, or similar relevant education.
- Approximately 5-8 years of relevant industrial or academic work experience.
- In-depth knowledge within food physics and experience working with dairy systems.
- Scientific knowledge and analytical competences within physical stability, product functionality, or microstructure.
- High proficiency in advanced data analysis and experimental design.
- Communication skills to translate complex data and scientific knowledge into clear recommendations.
- Practical experience with analytical methods such as Light scattering (SLS, DLS), Low field NMR or Drop tensiometry.
Desired Qualifications
- Strong understanding of physical stability, functionality, and food structure of dairy products.
- Cross-disciplinary approach to mature ideas into projects bringing business advantages.
- Analytical approach to drive science and innovation.
Benefits
- Be at the cutting edge of research in your field.
- Dynamic job with travel opportunities to visit sites, universities, and external collaboration partners.
- A true learning experience with both long-term and short-term tasks.
- An international environment with a focus on scientific knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
- Opportunity to shape and lead a key scientific area.
- Be part of a team that values open communication, good team spirit, trust, and respect.
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