Nutrition Scientist (Immunology, On-site)

Job summary

The role involves setting the scientific direction and generating evidence on how nutrition influences immune development and functionality, particularly through dairy-based ingredients. The position is focused on translating advanced research into practical solutions that benefit customers and the business.

Qualifications

• PhD in immunology, nutritional immunology, or a closely related field.
• Substantial expertise in immune development and functionality.
• Experience in leading scientific projects and building external collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Define research directions on nutrition's impact on immune development across various life stages.
• Manage a portfolio of pre-clinical and clinical nutrition science projects related to dairy ingredients.
• Build and maintain a strong external scientific network with researchers and industry professionals.
• Communicate complex scientific findings to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
• Support product development and address customer inquiries with scientific insights.

Skills

• Strong commercial and strategic mindset.
• Ability to review literature and assess complex scientific evidence.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Motivated to build relationships across various sectors including academia and healthcare.

Education

• PhD in a relevant scientific field.

Tools

• Experience with scientific research methodologies and project management.