Job Title: Biotechnology / Bioengineering / Dairy Engineer R&D Scientist
Location: Fruebjergvej 3, 2100 København Ø
Company: FEAST Ingredient ApS
About Us: FEAST Ingredient is a biotech startup that merge cutting-edge biotechnology with food science, making clean label, organic, sustainable, flavor ingredients for the food industry. We believe that great taste is key to driving the green transition of our food system. Our dynamic environment offers passionate scientists the perfect platform to make great innovations and a significant impact at a global scale.
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated Biotechnology/Bioengineering/Dairy Engineer Scientist with a strong interest in fermentation, food, and sustainability. You will play a key role in our R&D activities, working in our own private lab, contributing to the creation and optimization of our groundbreaking flavor ingredients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and conduct biotechnology experiments
- Drive innovative R&D projects
- Develop and optimize enzymatic and bacterial fermentation, and other biotechnological processes
- Ensure safety and regulatory compliance of developed processes
- Help maintain and expand the lab (equipment and procedures)
Qualifications that are required:
- PhD in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Bioengineering, Dairy Engineer, Chemical Engineering or related field
- Hands on research experience in a biotechnology or food technology lab
- Experience with microbial fermentation and enzymatic processing
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Excellent scientific communication skills in English
Qualifications that will give an extra advantage:
- Knowledge of bioprocessing and scale-up (lab to large-scale production)
- Familiarity with regulatory standards in EU food production, especially knowledge of organic food regulations
- Experience in the food industry, especially the ingredient industry
- Experience with Adaptive Laboratory Evolution
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package with possibility of a flexible work week
- Collaborative and inclusive company culture
- Contribution to impactful and sustainable food solutions
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their CV to the online LinkedIn application form - Please include a few lines in the CV detailing your interest in the position. For questions regarding the position, contact CEO, Charlotte Vinther Schmidt (cvs@feastingredients.com) with the subject line “Biotechnology Scientist Job Inquiry – [Your Name]”.
Application Deadline: Please submit your application soonest possible, we review the applications as we receive them. We plan to call in for interviews in September 2025. We are seeking someone who can start October 1st or soon after.
