R&D Data Scientist R&D Data Scientist

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.

Position Snapshot

Location: Orbe, Switzerland  

Company: Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee 

Act. Rate: Full-Time Act. Rate 100% 

Type of contract: Permanent contract 

Start date: As soon as possible

Deadline for applications:

Position Summary 

We are looking for a R&D Data Scientist who will be responsible for generating data-driven insights to improve the quality and efficiency of coffee product development, accelerating innovation and enhancing competitiveness. In this role, you will collaborate closely with scientists, product developers, and data engineers to create actionable insights through predictive modeling for various projects. You will play a vital role at the interface between science and business, enabling innovative Science & Technology solutions that drive a strong competitive advantage.

A Day in the Life of an R&D Data Scientist

• Design and implement advanced ML/AI-driven solutions to accelerate product development and foster innovative ideas that contribute to business growth.
• Provide statistical and analytical guidance to enable data-driven decision-making and deliver valuable R&D insights for coffee process innovation.
• Translate complex findings into intuitive, digital tools that empower scientists, experts, and product development teams to uncover new insights.
• Stay updated on data science advancements and contribute actively in building internal capability by Coaching and mentoring teams on applying appropriate statistical methods effectively
• Engage actively in expert communities to leverage cross-business knowledge, share best practices, and stay ahead of emerging trends in machine learning and statistical analysis.

What will make you successful

• Master's degree or PhD in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of statistical methods, data visualization techniques, with strong foundation in machine learning mathematics.
• Confirmed hands-on experience in advanced analytics and predictive modeling.
• Excellent programming skills in R, Python, and familiarity with data platforms such as Snowflake and Databricks.
• Strong analytical thinking and ability to derive insights from data and present them through user-friendly tools (e.g., Shiny, Streamlit).
• Ability to collaborate in a diverse, multidisciplinary environment and engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Commitment to transforming research into bold innovation that drives business impact, with a strong problem-solving mindset.
• Strong communication skills in English; additional languages are an advantage.

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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.

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