Postdoc in Product Development
ABOUT THE ROLE
The CRAFT project, led by RespectFarms and funded by EIT Food, focuseson innovations in sustainable food systems. For activities related to food product development, we are seeking for a postdoctoral researcher to explore theuse of cultured cells in meat products. In this role, you will apply your strong knowledge on food ingredients and their functionality, as well as, advanced expertise in instrumental and sensory technique for assessing food productquality. We are looking for a hands-on proactive researcher who is motivated to make cultivated meat products from the farm a reality! You will be located at Wageningen University and Research, Food Quality and Design group.
RESPONSIBILITIES
We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher for a period of 2 years towork on developing of cell-based food products. Your responsibilities to:
- Develop and optimize cell-based meat product prototypes
- Study the shelf-life stability and nutritional value of prototypes
- Assess prototype qualities using advanced instrumental analysis and sensory evaluation panel
- Collaborate closely with experts in cultured cell production and related disciplines
- Work closely together with RespectFarms and the other consortium partners
- Analyze experimental data and write high-quality deliverable reports for the project
YOUR PROFILE
- PhD in Food Science (specialization in food product development / food ingredient functionality / food oral processing is an advantage)
- Solid knowledge in biology and/or cellular agriculture
- Extensive working experience with textural properties of foods, including rheology and texture analysis
- Proven ability to design, plan, and execute sensory studies
- Demonstrated experience of managing independent research project (postdoctoral experience or equivalent), with evidence of high-quality published outcomes
- Strong motivation, hands-on approach and problem solving mindset
- Ability to collaborate effectively with experts from academia and industry
- Energetic, proactive, and innovative thinker
- Excellent communication skills and proficiency in English (both written and spoken)
Get in touch with us
To express your interest on working on this exciting project, send CV and motivation letter to Dr. Maryia Mishyna (maryia.mishyna@wur.nl) and Florentine Zieglowski (florentine@respectfarms.com).
