Your mission Build and manage ingredient specification based on the identified key properties Design, evaluate, and improve food processing systems and equipment for new and existing products. Support the development of new food products from the idea to prototype Conduct kitchen and pilot plant trials for new recipes and process improvements Work closely with the product development team and assist in improving recipes for taste, texture, nutrition, and scalability Conduct process validation, line trials, and scale-up from lab to production Stay up to date with trends, ingredients, and technologies in food science Bring a creative and curious mindset to explore ingredient functionality beyond the obvious; experimenting with applications, testing new ingredient combinations, and challenging standard approaches Your profile University degree in Ingredient science, material science, and Food Technology,, or similar/related discipline Up to 3 years of experience in product development, processing, or food R&D Passionate about innovation, ingredients, and making better food First experiences with sensory evaluation, shelf life testing, and regulatory compliance as well as hands-on experience with pilot plant or small-scale production environments Willingness to adapt and learn in an evolving work environment, with a problem-solving and hands on mindset Exposure to analytical tools and a basic understanding of ingredient testing including rheology Demonstrated integrity, self-motivation, and a commitment to improving the food industry Strong communication skills in English Our Benefits: Work for one of the global innovation leaders in the food industry Dynamic and diverse mission-driven team from more than 25 different countries A fast growing company with exceptional opportunities for personal development Flat hierarchies and short decision paths Flexible working hours with entitled Home Office days in an innovative and agile working environment Gym Membership, language classes or an attractive alternative from our benefit program Great team events such as “lunch & learn”, “Demo Day”, cultural celebrations and food tastings Drinks, cereal bar and fresh fruit at the office, our home products tasting session for new employees Lastly, join us in the journey as we change the food system as we know it! We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Ready to disrupt the food system with us? We are looking forward to receiving your application! Apply via our website: https://www.mushlabs.com/careers About us At Infinite Roots® (formerly Mushlabs), we imagine a world where every meal supports both people and planet. Based in Hamburg, we’re a biotech company unlocking the potential of mushrooms, using both mycelium and fruiting body, to create an entirely new category of food that is sustainable, scalable, and exceptionally delicious. Our diverse team includes more than 70 people from over 25 nationalities. We bring together scientists, industry experts, and innovators, all united by one mission: to transform the global food system through cutting-edge biotechnology and bold thinking. Join us to shape the future of food!