Scientist - Food Microbiology and advanced fermentation

Location: Aarhus N, DK

Can you stimulate scientific innovation and transform science into commercial opportunities? Then this could be the opportunity you are looking for. The position is placed in Life Sciences at the Arla Innovation Centre. We deliver innovative microbial solutions for current and future products and processes to add value to Arla Foods. The team consists of 9 Scientists and 2 Technicians and is part of the Science team in Product & Innovation at Arla Foods.

Read more about our part of the business here: Research & Innovation | Arla

Key partner to various innovation projects
As a scientist within fermentation you will be a key element in our strategic focus on advanced fermentation by utilising your knowledge within fermentation, microbial physiology and genetics in relation to dairy to drive science and innovation from lab scale to pilot plant trials. This means that you will:

• Maintain, build and strengthen expertise/competencies on the microorganisms related to the production of fresh dairy, cheese and other relevant categories.
• Play an active role in investigating, in our microbiology labs and through collaborations with universities, how food ingredients affect the composition and health profile of our products.
• Be a key partner in various innovation projects related to the fermentation of dairy.
• Perform ad hoc support to the business solving fermentation-related issues.
• Proactively enable a two-way transfer of knowledge between the organisation and relevant internal and external partners.

Scientist with solid Food Microbiology and Fermentation background
You hold a PhD or Master degree in Microbiology, Microbial Biotechnology, Microbial Physiology, or similar relevant education. Besides an in-depth knowledge in microbiology, some of the following would be advantageous:

• Experience from the food industry
• Knowledge on microbiological processes in dairy (e.g. fermentation processes)
• Hands-on experience with standard and cutting-edge microbiological analytical tools
• Fundamental knowledge in data handling and statistics

Besides scientific competencies, to have success in this role, it would be advantageous for you to be a curious and creative team player that also thrives in an independent role, as well as a good communicator with strong stakeholders skills It is also desirable that you have a structural and analytical approach to your work and that you are fluent in both spoken and written English.

If you are in the beginning of your career, we are also open for your application. We will then welcome you as an Fermentation Scientist and support your steep learning curve in the position.

What do we offer?
We offer an inspiring workplace where you will be able to grow and learn. You will be working with skilled colleagues and be part of an organization that focus on bringing the highest value to the business. We’re committed to professional development and promoting from within. Our positive and collaborative culture will bring out the best in you.

Would you like to join us?
If you want to facilitate innovation and help shape the industry, then seize this exciting opportunity. Please apply as soon as possible as we will process applications on a continuous basis and close the recruitment once the right candidate is found.

For additional information, please call Senior R&D Manager Heidi Kildegaard on +45 87466629 or email: [email protected].

We have a purpose for Good
At Arla, we strive to unlock the highest potential in each other while working together to create a sustainable future of dairy. We call it Stronger People Stronger Planet and it is deeply anchored in our organisation and founded on our commitment to respecting human rights, increasing access to healthy dairy nutrition, inspiring good food habits, and improving the environment for future generations. In order to succeed we need to hire people with a sustainable mindset. Could this be you?

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