Research Assistant

Location: Orbe, Switzerland

Company: Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee

Act. Rate: Full-Time, 100%

Type of contract: Permanent contract

Ideal start date: 01.09.2025

The Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee (NPTC Coffee) is the leading R&D organization that discovers, develops and deploys coffee and beverage products and technologies for in-home and out-of-home consumption.

It consists of units in Konolfingen (CH), Marysville (USA), Orbe (CH) and Singapore and provides new products and processes to all Nestlé markets worldwide.

Our mission - to delight the consumer wherever, whenever, however by delivering moments of genuine pleasure and indulgence - drives the need for us to attract, select and develop the right people for the right jobs throughout the value chain of our business.

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Your role will be instrumental in optimizing laboratory operations and maintaining a competitive edge through innovative methods. You will also contribute to resource management by actively prioritizing analytical requests and aligning team capabilities with project timelines in close collaboration with the S&T team.

• Collaborate with Science and Technology as well as cross-functional teams, external partners, and suppliers to propose new ideas, activities, and methods aligned with strategy roadmaps
  
• Test and develop new methods using GC-MS or LC-MS instruments.
  
• Support projects through specific analysis
  
• Develop and incorporate key Nestlé Initiatives and improvement projects into team activities, such as 5S, laboratory LIMS, sustainability initiatives and develop user-friendly digital tools for result interpretation.
  
• Coach technicians in method development, troubleshooting of equipment and presentations
  
• Optimize workflows by anticipating needs and adjusting priorities to ensure smooth lab execution
  
• Ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices
  
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to drive innovation in laboratory operations
  

• Master's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related fields
  
• Successful experience of at least 5 years in R&D laboratory, is a plus
  
• Deep understanding of aroma and taste principles, including sensory evaluation techniques, flavor profiling, and aroma analysis, as well as in-depth knowledge of analytics and method validation
  
• Proficiency in analytical chemistry techniques, including gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, extractions, with practical hands-on experience
  
• Strong understanding and adherence to Good Laboratory Practices, compliance, quality, and safety protocols
  
• Track record of continuous improvement in technical and digital aspects, including scouting for cutting-edge instruments
  
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration, communicate effectively across levels, and manage priorities in a dynamic environment
  
• Fluent in both written and spoken English and French
  

At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering a diverse, friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment, that creates positive disruption, embraces innovation, and empowers people and teams to win.

We aim to hire friendly, respectful, inspiring people who care about the people’s lives that we touch every single day.

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