Nutreco Exploration (NutEx) is the ingredient development partner for global animal nutrition businesses, improving animal health and welfare through science-based innovation. Our vision is to build new capabilities that allow the development of proprietary added value products.
Job Description
Seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Senior Pharmaceutical Botanist at Garden of the Future campus in Switzerland. You will make breakthrough discoveries in botanical feed science and lead scientific programs to identify novel plant species with untapped potential.
Research Opportunities & Impact
* Establish innovative analytical methodologies using chromatography and spectroscopy
* Design and execute laboratory experiments to evaluate the efficacy and safety of plant-derived compounds
* Pioneer complexity science applications to assess multi-compound interactions within compounds and their holistic effects on animal welfare, health and performance
Collaboration & Translation
* Collaborate with subject-matter experts across animal science, chemistry, marketing and regulatory affairs to translate research into market-ready solutions
* Present research findings to stakeholders and external communities
* Support regulatory submissions for phytocomplex innovations
* Provide guidance to team members on botany topics, fostering a collaborative work environment
Our Offer
* PhD preferred in Botany, Phytochemistry or related field (exceptional Master's candidates with research leadership experience considered)
* Proven research excellence with publications in peer-reviewed journals and laboratory leadership experience
* Deep expertise in plant biology, pharmacology and natural product chemistry
* Advanced proficiency with analytical techniques including chromatography and mass spectrometry
* Strong management experience
* Passion for translating fundamental science into real-world impact
* Experience with fieldwork and plant specimen collection