Research Scientist

Science & Technology:

• Lead Technology development from idea to Proof of Concept/Process, including design of new equipment/ingredient production.
• Explore science-driven technological solutions in the field of biopolymers to bring competitive advantage.
• Generate structure design routes for texturization of food biopolymers (proteins and polysaccharides).
• Execute experimental research activities, analyze data, and test hypotheses.
• Continuously build knowledge on the latest trends in Biopolymer science, with a focus on process-controlled structuring for rheology design and elucidating new ingredient physicochemical-textural functions.
• Contribute to the design of new processes based on the generated biopolymer structuring/texturization routes.
• Develop predictive, mathematical models for structure-rheology functions.
• Contribute to patent drafting and scientific substantiation of patent claims.
• Co-define Technology Transfer plans, ensure resources and anticipate needs.
• Engage in fundamental research with academic partners to address key scientific challenges.
• Develop and build strong relations with academia and Research Centres.
• Contribute to scientific publications and presentations in top International Scientific Conferences.
• Document knowledge about the latest methods and scientific advancements in the field.

Project & People Management:

• Contribute to shaping S&T focus areas and project pipeline.
• Define resources and equipment needs.
• Coach and guide Food Tech Researchers and PhD / MS students.
• Promote cross-fertilization of ideas and technologies between the different S&T Pillars.

Technical Assistance:

• Provide subject matter expertise to the R&D Product Development team and other departments.
• Active involvement in technology scaling up and implementation activities when needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Ph.D. in biopolymers (proteins, polysaccharides) with expertise in material science and physical techniques for texture generation.
• +7 years of postgraduate or industry (Technology or applied science research) experience.
• Research experience in polymer texturization technologies e.g. extrusion, shear cell, power heating, and spinning technologies.
• Knowledge and/or research experience in texture generation and relevant characterization techniques e.g. Rheology, Tribology, Texture Analysis.
• Knowledge and/or research experience in surface engineering design and relevant characterization techniques is a benefit e.g. Contact Angle Goniometry, Zeta Potential - surface charge.
• Train and coach technology researchers and students on relevant characterization techniques, if needed.
• Experience using predictive modeling tools (e.g. MatLab) for modeling process-microstructure and/or microstructure textural properties is a plus.
• A strong sense of science for application and interest in novel technologies.
• Fluency in English.

Benefits:

• Limitless professional development at Europe's fastest-growing company in its category.
• Culture of freedom, responsibility, and constructive feedback.
• An entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation.
• 22 regulatory Spanish labor days + 5 extra ones of holidays.
• Flexible working environment.
• Private Health Insurance.
• Organic coffee and tea.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Discounts on Heura’s products.
• Flexible retribution.
• After-work gatherings every month and other cool company events.