<p>Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry and producers of dietary supplements and pet food.</p> <p>With sales of around €5.0 billion in the 2024 financial year, the company is one of the world's leading providers. The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, has more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the USA and Latin America.</p> <p>Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an indispensable part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.</p> <p>Symrise - always inspiring more...</p> <ul> <li>Must have mastery with animal protein applications & prototype creation, both on the bench and in a production environment (Scale-ups @ key locations) </li><li>Ability to quickly train and communicate with other application and operational technologists on this know-how </li><li>Be the subject matter expert and key communicator on animal protein including biochemistry, flavor interactions, functional ingredient solutions, and current industry research </li><li>Build a strong network of key industry and academic partners and technical solution providers </li><li>Ability to work closely with our internal R&T team for best practices in analytical methods, micro testing protocols and shelf-life studies </li><li>Must be able to interface and communicate technical findings to key customers and internal global partners </li><li>Direct the development and execution of both short and long-term R&D for animal protein application projects </li><li>A strong technical background is required with a minimum of an M.S. degree in Food Science combined with strong technical experience in meat science application. PhD preferred. • </li><li>7-10 years research applications experience with knowledge of the US food industry. CPG experience a plus. </li><li>Excellent knowledge of processed meat applications; challenges and solutions. </li><li>This position requires a detailed oriented individual with the ability to resolve complex technical problems related to flavors and functional ingredients within food systems. The ability to integrate analytical and sensory data is a plus. Must possess ability to explain simple technical content. </li><li>In depth knowledge of the North America processed meats customer base. </li><li>Strong network of technical solution providers. </li><li>Good organizational skills. </li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. </li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to be able to develop and maintain strong business relationships </li><li>Willingness to travel nationally and internationally. </li><li>Hands on application development using laboratory, pilot plant and plant equipment. </li><li>Strong oral and written English communications skills are essential. </li><li>Ability to troubleshoot in a production or pilot plan environment. </li><li>Bonafide Occupational Qualifier- must be willing and able to taste experimental food products and smell flavors. </li><li>Knowledge of SAP, Regulatory databases (Leffingwell and Allured), USDA/FDA regulations. </li><li>Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint for reporting </li></ul> <p>Become part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.</p> <p>Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.</p> <p>If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply by using our online application system. Your application will be treated confidentially.</p> <p>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.</p>