Are you someone who enjoys chemistry and physics? Do you want to understand everything about the components in milk and the roles they play in our dairy products? Are you curious about how these components interact in complex matrices during processing, storage, and consumption? Then you might be the research analyst we are looking for in the Food Analytics & Functionality team!
In our projects, we use in‑depth knowledge of the physical and chemical properties of dairy, analytical methods, and their relationship to product behaviour to successfully bring product innovations to the market. Careful analysis of milk components and product structure forms a crucial foundation.
Wat we vragen
- A completed education at BSc level in analytical chemistry/physical chemistry or BSc life sciences/food technology;
- Experience with physicochemical analytical techniques is an advantage (such as DSC, rheology, LR‑NMR, light scattering and microscopy);
- An interest or basic familiarity with analytical chemistry (e.g., GC‑MS, HPLC) is considered beneficial;
- Preferably 2–5 years of work experience in an (industrial) research environment;
- Strong affinity with working in laboratory environments;
- Interest in processing and interpreting research results;
- Being able to speak English is a must;
- Good written and verbal communication skills;
- A team player with qualities such as social, goal‑oriented, accurate, customer‑focused, creative, proactive, and pragmatic;
- A proactive professional who takes ownership and shows strong initiative;
- A strong affinity for digitalization and lab automation, combined with a structured way of working.
Wat we bieden
As a research analyst, you are part of the Food Analytics & Functionality team. The group consists of about 11 employees. Within the laboratory team, you work closely with colleagues from other departments and disciplines within FrieslandCampina.
In addition, we offer:
- A salary based on job level, education, and experience;
- Various training and coaching programs to support your development and help you shape your own professional career path;
- An innovative working environment where digitalization and data‑driven research are increasingly important;
- The chance to actively contribute to the future of laboratory automation within our R&D organization;
- We offer a healthy work–life balance, a competitive salary, and attractive secondary benefits such as a 38-hour workweek, 8% holiday allowance, a competitive pension scheme, a 5% year-end bonus and a performance related bonus.
Vacaturetekst
As a research analyst, you support the development of new dairy products and ingredients across FrieslandCampina’s full product portfolio. You work closely with physicochemical analysts and report to the Cluster Leader Food Analytics & Functionality.
In this role, you will:
- Participate in challenging projects and business support activities related to the physical and chemical properties of milk components and their influence on product characteristics;
- Independently plan, prepare, and execute laboratory experiments; interpret, document, and discuss results with project teams; and make recommendations for next steps;
- Advise colleagues on the application of specific analytical techniques and methods;
- Critically evaluate and lead continuous improvement activities for equipment, methods, and analytical techniques; stay informed about new developments in physicochemical analytical techniques; and implement relevant innovations where possible;
- Manage laboratory areas: together with fellow analysts maintain a tidy, safe, and hygienic working environment;
- Safeguard result quality through involvement in equipment maintenance and troubleshooting;
- Actively maintain analytical equipment and materials, including discussing technical possibilities, innovations, and service questions with suppliers;
- Contribute actively to the further digitalization of the laboratory as a key user of relevant digital systems.
Staying true to who you really are, that is your starting point at FrieslandCampina. Because it is precisely by embracing our differences that we can grow together. We want to create a working environment that allows all employees to bring their best and authentic selves. If who we are suits you, but you're not sure if you're the best fit for the role, we still encourage you to apply so we can help you find the role that fits you best.
