Scientist Research R&D

Scientist Research R&D

Main tasks/responsibilities
 Develop work plan to deliver objectives of project proposals, incl. brief, resource planning, project timing, together with involved parties within R&D community (NRC, PTC/R&D centers and application groups),
 Manage projects: Make sure to follow a check point framework (I), define plans, manage activities and deliver end solutions including industrialization as relevant.
 Present/publish/protect important project results to R&D, Markets and SBUs together with team members (R&D report, notes, patents, etc.) and maintain documentation records to support the claims.
 Give technical support to Markets and regional pool requests (i.e. technical assistance), and provide support to other PTC projects when required.
 Contribute to knowledge development in the field of expertise.
 Drive new ideas, propose raw materials / process / products /systems
Fulfil each of the tasks described above respecting the requirements of the quality management system, food safety, safety of personnel and the environment which are in force in R & D Bakersfield and aligned with the Nestlé Corporate Business Principles and NCE.
Specific requirements
 Fluent in English - other languages especially Spanish and French desirable
 Good Project Management skills & Basic Business understanding
 Basic knowledge of ISO 22000/ NIMS / HACCP / Food Safety / NQMS
 Strong organizational and analytical skills / Communication & Presentation skills
 Specific technical skills and knowledge is required within the field of technical expertise
Education and experience
 MS with 4 years of experience (or) PhD with 1-2 years of experience in the field of Dairy Science/Food science, Engineering or Food Technology
 Experience in ice cream or frozen food and nutrition knowledge are plus
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