About UsBe part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability.At Jungbunzlauer, we create high-quality, naturally derived ingredients that enhance everyday life – from food and beverage to nutrition, health, and home and personal care. As a trusted partner for ingredient excellence, we offer texturants, acidulants, minerals, and tailored solutions that help customers to solve complex product challenges.With a history of more than 150 years, nearly 1,400 passionate colleagues, and production and fermentation facilities across Europe and North America, we proudly serve over 130 countries worldwide. Join our global network and contribute to a healthier, more sustainable future while growing your career in a dynamic, collaborative environment.Senior Scientist - Hydrocolloids Application (m/f/d)Job DescriptionAs a Senior Scientist for Hydrocolloids Applications, you will play a key role in developing and optimizing hydrocolloid solutions for the food and beverage segments. You will contribute scientific expertise to project teams, support innovation initiatives, and ensure the successful application of hydrocolloids in diverse industrial contexts. Experience in non-food applications (such as personal care or industrial uses) is considered a strong plus, broadening the impact of your work across multiple sectors.This position is ideal for a hands-on experienced scientist with deep technical knowledge and a passion for practical problem-solving in both established and emerging markets.ResponsibilitiesScientific Leadership & InnovationDesign and conduct lab- and pilot scale experiments to develop applications in food and beverage productsApply knowledge of hydrocolloids to solve technical challenges in food formulation and processingContribute to projects in non-food applications (e.G., personal care, industrial) as needed, supporting cross-sector innovationProject & Resource ManagementManage assigned projects, timelines, tasks, resources and reporting to ensure timely delivery of resultsConducts external collaborations and research programs, ensuring scientific and business objectives are metCustomer-facing & Strategic GuidanceAct as a domain expert, contributing to the mid-term strategy development through your specialized knowledge in hydrocolloids and biopolymersServe as a technical expert in direct interactions with key customers, providing guidance on hydrocolloid selection, formulation, and troubleshootingLead technical presentations, product demonstrations, and training sessions for customers and partnersGather market feedback and translate market needs into actionable R&D projects and solutionsTeam Mentorship & DevelopmentMentor and coach junior scientists, fostering a culture of scientific excellence and continuous learningSupport teams through complex technical challenges and experimental design related to hydrocolloidsStakeholder Engagement & CommunicationRepresent the company at key customer level on complex projectsWork closely with strategic project managers on the project definition and coordinates product launches from the application development perspectiveRepresent the company in external scientific forums, building the company’s visibility and network within the hydrocolloids communityQualificationsPhD or Master’s degree in Food Science, Material Science, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fieldMinimum 10 years of experience in hydrocolloids in industrial R&D settings with hands-on experience on applicationsProven track record of scientific innovation, including patents, publications, and/or product developmentDeep expertise in the physical chemistry of hydrocolloids, rheology, formulation, and application developmentExperience managing complex projects and external collaborationsFamiliarity with regulatory frameworks, industrial-scale processes, and market requirements in relevant industriesExcellent communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing both scientific and business stakeholdersResult-drivenEntrepreneurial mindset with resilience in navigating uncertainty and ambiguityHighly collaborative, adaptable, and proactive in driving cross-functional alignmentFluent spoken, written English; German and/or French are a plusRequired SkillsApplication DevelopmentCommunication and presentation skillsExpertise in physical chemistry of hydrocolloidsFluent EnglishFormulationHydrocolloids ApplicationsIndustrial R&D settingsRheologyYour contactApply nowJungbunzlauer Ladenburg GmbH I Am Hafen 18 ILadenburg I Tel.www.Jungbunzlauer.Com