About Cultimate Foods

We are a German startup in cellular agriculture on a mission to transform the food industry. In Cultimate we produce cell-cultivated intramuscular fat as an ingredient, for example, to elevate the taste, aroma & mouthfeel of plant-based products.

We are looking for a passionate food scientist eager to work in the future of plant-based meat!

Responsibilities

• Design and execute chemical analysis of our cultured animal fat to determine its composition, to better understand its nutritional and functional value
• Lead product development of plant-based meat prototypes to test the application value of our cultured animal fat
• Monitor and operate specialized equipment (e.g. Gas and Liquid Chromatography, electrophoresis, fluorescence and colourimetric plates, microscopes, etc.)
• Collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, including biologists and bioprocess engineers, for continuous product improvements and adaptations towards the final product formulation
• Analyze and document all processes and formulations towards building intellectual property and submitting regulatory dossiers
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in formulation to drive innovation within the company

Qualifications

• Academic background (MSc, PhD) in a relevant field, such as Food Science or Food Technology
• 1-2 years of hands-on experience in alternative meat product development, and compositional/nutritional/chemical analysis techniques. Experience with Gas Chromatography is indispensable. Experience with fat and/or fat alternatives is a strong plus.
• Design of experiments (DOE or DOX) methodologies to systematically evaluate the progress of the compositional profile of our ingredient
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools to assess process performance and identify areas for enhancement
• Demonstrated ability to manage & execute research projects, and analyses of technology
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Superior knowledge of technology trends and curiosity. Prior exposure to the food industry or cellular agriculture is a plus
• Fluent English language skills, both written and verbal. German is a (strong) plus

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values innovation and creativity
• A strong focus on professional & personal development
• The possibility of starting in a completely new location

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 02/01/2024

APPLY VIA INDEED OR SEND YOUR CV TO Jordi@cultimatefoods.com