Scientist - Ireland

Scientist - Food Ingredients & Innovation

A growing, innovation-led ingredients business is looking to bring in a Scientist to support R&D across food, beverage, and supplement applications.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone early in their career who enjoys working in the lab, getting involved in formulation, and seeing projects through from concept to commercialisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support projects from initial customer brief through to commercial launch
• Develop and refine ingredient formulations to meet performance and cost targets
• Carry out lab and pilot trials (including spray drying, blending, and applications work)
• Troubleshoot formulations and adjust based on raw material or process challenges
• Generate nutritional data, product specs, and supporting documentation
• Manage ingredient stock and maintain lab materials
• Handle sample requests and support urgent project timelines
• Work closely with Sales, Production, Supply Chain, QA, and Operations teams
• Communicate project updates clearly to internal and external stakeholders
• Build relationships with customers, distributors, and suppliers
• Use internal systems to track projects and manage data
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised lab environment
• Support internal training and knowledge-sharing when needed

Requirements

• Degree in Food Science or a related field
• 2-5 years' experience in product development within food or ingredients
• Hands-on lab or pilot plant experience
• Strong understanding of dry ingredient systems and food applications
• Able to manage multiple projects and work to deadlines
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience with spray drying would be an advantage
• Exposure to functional foods, sports nutrition, or supplements is a plus
• Some awareness of international regulations would be beneficial