Scientist​/Protein Technologist

For one of our clients we are looking for a Protein technologist with an interest in alternative proteins and with a curious, hands on mindset to join the advanced protein team for a temporary position of 6 months.

A very interesting position for an enthusiastic Food Science Technologist with affinity to proteins and strong research mindset to join our team for a 6-month temporary assignment. As a Protein Technologist, you will contribute to our research and development efforts related to plant based and other alternative proteins.

• Innovate and Lead Experimental Design. Drive the design and execution of experiments focused on food protein ingredients and final product matrices. You will explore functionality, stability, molecular properties, and ingredient interactions to generate insights that advance our technology pipeline. You will proactively propose experimental approaches and refine them in collaboration with experienced team members
• Deliver High Quality Data and Scientific Insight. Ensure rigorous documentation of experimental setups and maintain structured, reliable data records. Analyze results using a scientific and critical mindset, extracting meaningful conclusions that inform next steps and support decision making across projects
• Collaborate to Accelerate Innovation. Engage actively with colleagues across the Protein team and the broader Advanced Technology group. You will exchange expertise, challenge ideas constructively, and contribute to shaping robust experimental plans and interpretations that strengthen the team’s overall scientific impact

• Curious mindset with a drive to understand the food science behind our products. Experience with (plant) protein functionality and protein characterization is a plus
• Technical experience in formulation and small scale tests and product analyses is preferred
• Preferably >2 years work experience
• Analytical Mindset:
  Your ability to have an eye for detail, while also bringing creativity to find new ways to set-up, perform and analyse data is important.
• Project Management Skills :
  You can manage your work efficiently
• You are self-starting, independent with transparent communication
• Proactive & critical mindset: takes initiative, propose new ideas/experimental approaches and drives progress
• Ownership and reliability: ability to manage tasks and commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Collaboration/strong teamwork attitube: able to work closely with colleagues across functions, clear communication of results, challenges and next steps
• Hands-on experimental skills: experienced with physical-chemical analysis of protein ingredients, enthusiasm/curiosity for learning new techniques, tools and scientific approaches.

• Assignment for 6 months, starting end March 2026