Research Assistant

Position Snapshot

Location: Orbe, Switzerland
Company: Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee
Act. Rate: Full-Time
Type of contract: Permanent contract

Ideal starting date: October 1st, 2024

Position Summary

The Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee (NPTC Coffee) is the leading R&D organization that discovers,
develops and deploys coffee and beverage products and technologies for in-home and out-of-home consumption.
It consists of units in Konolfingen (CH), Marysville (USA), Orbe (CH) and Singapore and provides new products
and processes to all Nestlé markets worldwide.

Our mission - to delight the consumer wherever, whenever, however by delivering moments of genuine pleasure.
and indulgence - drives the need for us to attract, select and develop the right people for the right jobs.
throughout the value chain of our business.

As the Research Assistant, you will support and develop technical and scientific activities within the team, apply goal alignment and safety principles as well as drive advanced analytics. Your role will be instrumental in optimizing laboratory operations and maintaining a competitive edge through innovative methods.

A Day in the Life of a Research Assistant:

• Develop new analytical methods or renovate existing methods, scouting best technologies
• Collaborate with Science and Technology leaders, cross-functional teams, external partners, and suppliers to propose new ideas, activities, and methods aligned with strategy roadmaps
• Facilitate knowledge transfer between factories, Quality Assurance Center, and the R&D community
• Develop and incorporate key Nestlé Initiatives and improvement projects into team activities, such as 5S, Labvantage (LIMS), sustainability initiatives and develop user-friendly digital tools for result interpretation
• Coach technicians in method development, troubleshooting of equipment and presentations
• Ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to drive innovation in laboratory operations

What will make you successful

• Master's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related fields
• 3 years of experience in R&D laboratory is a plus
• Deep understanding of aroma and taste principles, including sensory evaluation techniques, flavor profiling, and aroma analysis, as well as in-depth knowledge of analytics and method validation
• Proficiency in analytical chemistry techniques, including gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, extractions, with practical hands-on experience
• Strong understanding and adherence to Good Laboratory Practices, compliance, quality, and safety protocols
• Track record of continuous improvement in technical and digital aspects, including scouting for cutting-edge instruments and utilizing existing tools such as thermo-desorber, SPME, SPME arrow, Hi-sorb, Itex, QTof, GC-Hydrogen, LC-MS/MS
• Fluent in both written and spoken English and French

At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering a diverse, friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment, that creates positive disruption, embraces innovation, and empowers people and teams to win.
We aim to hire friendly, respectful, inspiring people who care about the people's lives that we touch every single day.
Be a force for good. Join Nestlé and visit us on www.nestle.com.