Do you want to make a delicious difference?
As our Maillard Reaction & Flavor Chemistry Senior Research Scientist you will improve our Choviva Concentrate flavor base. You increase the potency of the flavor of the concentrate and improve the quality by engineering the flavor closer to genuine cocoa. You will also be improving the color of our concentrate.
A Taste of What to Expect
- Maillard Reaction Optimization: Design, execute, and refine Maillard reactions to achieve targeted flavor, aroma, and color in cacao-free chocolate
- Product Development: Integrate Maillard reaction products into formulations, ensuring stability and compatibility with ingredients and processing conditions
- Ingredient Selection: Source and test raw materials to control reaction outcomes and develop cacao-like flavors
- Research & Development: Apply the latest research in Maillard reactions and flavor chemistry to innovation projects
- Documentation & Reporting: Record experiments, analyze results, and present findings to stakeholders
- Quality & Safety Compliance: Ensure all reactions meet food safety regulations and industry standards
The Perfect Recipe of Skills & Experience
- Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Food Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Food Science, or a related discipline with a focus on Maillard reaction chemistry
- Minimum of 3 years in a similar role, with specific experience working on Maillard reactions in the food industry, ideally focused on chocolate or flavor development
- At least theoretical knowledge in analytical techniques (e.g., GC-MS, LC-MS, HPLC) to analyze Maillard reaction products and reaction pathways
- Advanced understanding of reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, and factors influencing Maillard reactions, such as temperature, pH, time, moisture content, etc.
- Experience with designing reaction systems to control or manipulate flavor, aroma and color outcomes
- In-depth understanding of food safety and regulatory guidelines, especially concerning Maillard reaction byproducts (e.g., acrylamide) and familiarity with sustainable ingredient sourcing and processing practices
A Sweet Package
- Healthy, Delicious Meals: Fresh, subsidised daily lunches, along with unlimited snacks and drinks to keep you energised
- Generous Vacation Time: 30 days of paid holiday each year to recharge and pursue your personal passions
- Work-Life Flexibility: Flexible working hours, and a flat-hierarchy environment where collaboration and open communication thrive
- Supporting Healthy Lifestyle: Discount to Urban Sports Club so you can stay active and fit
- Parking Spaces: Benefit from designated parking spaces on-site
- Team-Building Events: Strengthen connections and foster a positive team dynamic
- Sensory Experiences: Evaluate and contribute to the flavour, colour, and aroma of both current and future recipes
- Chocolate, Every. Single. Day: Because who wouldn't want to indulge in delicious chocolate every single day?
