Associate Scientist (f/m/d)

Let’s make the world a better place one tasty bite at a time.

We are Planted and we have big things in store – and for that we need YOU!

After years of research, Planted was founded in July 2019 as a spin-off from ETH Zurich. Our revolutionary plan will make the world a better place. We structure meats from plants that is no way inferior to animal meat, scores with unique taste, and authentic texture, and is miles ahead in terms of sustainability and health!

Planted is more than a delicious product - it's also an attitude. We want to radically change the way meat is perceived and consumed and inspire a shift from eating animal proteins to eating plant proteins.

We bring about change. Not just because we can. Because we have to. Are you hungry for change too? Then join our «Tasty Revolution»!

Your mission:

You test the functional properties of various raw materials regularly and support product development projects as a subject matter expert.

You assist in creating new prototypes for plant-based food products, focusing on formulations and quality.

You contribute to integrating new raw materials into existing production processes and maintain the raw material database.

You manage and organize research and development projects at the crossroads of food science, material science, biotechnology, and processing.

You scout for innovative raw materials to enhance and develop plant-based products, maintaining active communication with suppliers.

You stay updated on current scientific and patent literature and share insights with the team.

You act as a bridge between formulations, raw materials, and product development, fostering collaboration across disciplines.

You take on additional tasks as required, demonstrating flexibility and initiative.

You:

Hold a higher education degree in food science, with expertise in analytical methods.

Work comfortably in a laboratory setting, creating prototypes, optimizing formulations, conducting tastings, performing analytical tests, and integrating feedback.

Have ideally first-hand experiences with food extrusion processes

Excel under pressure, embracing unconventional scientific ideas and managing deadlines with resilience.

Have solid knowledge in food science, particularly analytical testing, and feel at ease engaging with suppliers to identify new ingredients.

Are passionate about plant-based food, especially meat alternatives, and motivated to contribute to the field.

Collaborate effectively as a team player, taking responsibility and demonstrating entrepreneurial thinking with independence.

Bring creativity, flexibility, and a high-performance mindset to your work, going the extra mile to achieve excellence.

Possess a valid work permit for Switzerland, allowing you to contribute locally.

Please note that we only consider applications that reach us directly through our career platform. We're pleased if you upload a personalized video so that we can get a first impression of your personality. However, it is no disadvantage if you decide to apply without video.

Department

Science

Locations

Kemptthal - Planted Foods AG

Remote status

Hybrid

Workload

80 - 100%

Kemptthal - Planted Foods AG

About Planted Foods AG

Planted combines proprietary structuring and fermentation technologies to produce meat from plant proteins, focusing on delicious taste, meaty and juicy texture, while only using clean ingredients. Planted is setting a completely new standard in the plant-based meat category, making it a healthy, delicious and sustainable choice for all. Truly better than meat from animals.

Our growth is driven by a hunger to create a sustainable, healthy, and compassionate future for all – consumers, planet and animals. We are more than a delicious product; we are a mindset. Sustainability, health, and animal welfare are at the core of our identity. We never compromise on quality and our only natural ingredients, ensuring trust with our consumers as well as partners through our commitment to excellence.

Founded in

2019

Coworkers

over 200

Science·Kemptthal - Planted Foods AG·

Hybrid

Associate Scientist (f/m/d)

Let’s make the world a better place one tasty bite at a time.

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