Flavor development scientist

As a flavor development scientist, you will contribute to creating innovative taste solutions that enhance the sensory experience of our products. Your role involves balancing complex flavor profiles, addressing technical challenges, and ensuring that our products meet both consumer expectations and industry standards. With your scientific expertise and passion for innovation, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive advancements in flavor development.

What You Will Do:

• Product development: design and optimize flavor systems to mask off-flavors and deliver a complete sensory experience.
• Strategy formulation: identify and implement flavor development strategies that align with project priorities and product complexities.
• Research: contribute to research projects focused on improving the organoleptic properties of base products and collaborate with product developers to achieve desired outcomes.
• Innovation: introduce new flavor insights, trends, and technologies to commercial teams, focusing on advancements in flavors, colors, and sweeteners.
• Technical support: maintain a comprehensive flavor library and provide technical assistance to production facilities and R&D departments.

Joining our team means becoming part of a workplace that prioritizes your growth, well-being, and professional satisfaction. We offer a supportive environment where your contributions truly make a difference.

• Gross annual salary between €40,000 and €75,000.
• Temporary contract with the prospect of permanent employment.
• Full-time role, 40 hours per week (minimum 32 hours).
• Year-end bonus of 8.33% of your annual salary
• Work for a top employer in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries.

At Start People, we operate on the principle of equal pay; your terms and conditions of employment always match those of colleagues who are employed directly by the client. This means that, in addition to your hourly rate, your terms and conditions of employment also include, for example, the number of days off, allowances, time-off-in-lieu payments and other pay components.

We are seeking an innovative flavor scientist with a passion for sensory development.

• MSc in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field required
• Experience in flavor application for food products
• No taste or smell impairments or allergies
• Strong communication skills in Dutch and English
• Flexible and stress-resistant work approach

Located in Zwolle, Abbott is a global leader in nutrition innovation, dedicated to improving lives through science-driven food solutions. With a rich history of expertise and a mission centered on health and well-being, our team thrives on passion, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

What sets us apart is our focus on groundbreaking projects that make a tangible impact worldwide. We invest in your growth through tailored training programs and foster a positive work environment that values balance, community involvement, and personal development.

Are you ready to contribute to meaningful innovations while growing your career with us?