Junior Researcher / Liquid Food Product Developer (f/m/d) · 40 hours

Junior Researcher – Liquid Food Product Developer (f/m/d)

Full‑time position: 40 hours per week.

Tasks

This is a hands‑on, laboratory‑based role within the R&D department, ideal for someone who thrives in a research setting and enjoys working directly with experimental formulations and technologies. The position offers strong potential for growth in responsibility as you develop expertise and contribute to innovative projects.

• Become a specialist in our proprietary liposomal technology.
• Evaluate the compatibility of new ingredients for use in our formulations.
• Prepare pilot‑scale formulations in the R&D laboratory.
• Conduct stability and shelf‑life testing on experimental products.
• Provide formulation and ingredient insights to support customer consultations.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Develop communication skills and grow into a confident client consultant.
• Coordinate with the Business Developer to create tailored solutions for clients.
• Participate in joint research initiatives with the Quality Control team.
• Support Marketing by researching trends and innovations in the dietary supplement and functional food industry.

Continuous Learning & Support

• Assist with general R&D tasks including research and new topic exploration.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date training documentation and lab records.
• Work within the broader scope of product development, with increasing autonomy and responsibility over time.

Requirements

• Completed degree or training in chemistry, biotechnology, food technology, or a related scientific field (Master’s preferred).
• Solid foundational knowledge of chemistry; initial hands‑on experience in an analytical or formulation laboratory is a strong plus.
• High affinity for laboratory work, including formulation, testing, and routine R&D processes.
• Genuine interest in the food industry, particularly in dietary supplements, plant‑based extracts, and functional ingredients.
• Curiosity and flexibility to conduct research across diverse topics, from formulation science to market trends.
• Ability to communicate scientific data clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders, including clients, Sales and Marketing teams.
• Proactive and open to learning; eager to grow into a Product Developer role within a dynamic R&D setting.
• Solution‑oriented thinker, able to contribute creative input to formulation challenges.
• Structured and detail‑oriented with a high standard of quality, precision, and independence in daily lab work.
• Strong written and spoken English is required; German is a plus.

Benefits

• Encounters at eye level and a warm welcome.
• International and dynamic team.
• Weekly fresh fruits.
• Daily coffee, tea, milk and oat milk.
• Two free food supplements of your choice per month and employee discount on all products.
• Good public transport connections.
• Subsidy for your Deutschlandticket.
• Weekly yoga on site.
• Urban Sports membership.
• German language courses.
• Company events.