SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced R&D Scientist to join their dynamic team. T
POSITION INFO:
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced R&D Scientist to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving innovation, conducting research, and developing new products to meet market demands. This role requires a strong scientific background, creativity, and the ability to work collaboratively across various departments.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct research and development activities to create new products and improve existing ones, ensuring they meet quality and safety standards.
- Design and execute experiments, analyse data, and interpret results to guide product development.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, production, and quality assurance, to bring new products from concept to market.
- Stay updated on industry trends, consumer preferences, and technological advancements to drive innovation.
- Develop and maintain detailed documentation of research activities, including lab notebooks, technical reports, and regulatory submissions.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including health and safety guidelines.
- Provide technical support and expertise to other departments and stakeholders.
- Manage project timelines and budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources.
- Present research findings and product proposals to senior management and other stakeholders.
- Continuously seek opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
Skills:
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in experimental work and documentation.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in R&D within the FMCG industry.
- Strong knowledge of product development processes, including formulation, testing, and validation.
- Proficiency in laboratory techniques and equipment.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality standards in the FMCG industry.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant scientific software.
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