Nestlé Institute of Food Safety & Analytical Sciences

Position Snapshot

Location: Nestlé Research, Lausanne, Switzerland

Institute: Food Safety & Analytical Sciences

Company: Société des Produits Nestlé S.A.

Act. Rate: Full-Time

Type of contract: Permanent contract

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Once this step is completed, we would be pleased to consider your application and assess your profile accordingly. Kindly be informed that we will only consider candidates who have completed this step within 7 days from application. In case you miss this step, we will regretfully conclude that you are withdrawing your application.

What we offer at Nestlé

Genuine opportunities for career and personal development

Modern “smart office” locations providing agile & collaborative workspaces

Dynamic international working environment

Attractive additional benefits

Discover the true essence of Nestlé Research and watch our insightful video , showcasing our values and commitment to fostering a fulfilling work environment.

Position Summary

We are looking for a Group Leader Proteomics , to lead a team of scientists and technicians dedicated to proteins, peptides and amino acids analysis in raw materials, finished products, bio-fluids and other matrices. The team is active in clinical biomarker discovery, product characterization, developing analytical methods for product innovation, quality and safety.

Nestlé Research is based in Lausanne, Switzerland, employs approximately 1000 people and is comprised of five Nestlé Institutes: Food Sciences, Health Sciences, Food Safety & Analytical Sciences, Packaging Sciences, and Agricultural Sciences. Unlock the door of our organization and find out more about our research activities and expertise here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trimf2I_9lg) .

A Day in the Life of a Group Leader Proteomics

• Provide long term strategy for proteomic analysis deployment, and drive innovation based on mass spectrometric assays for quantification of biomolecules

• Lead the development of new analytical methods, for deployment in Operations and/or method officialization

• Lead successfully a pluri-disciplinary team, developing individual talents, ensure smooth running of proteomics assays applied to key projects for Nestlé Research, Nestlé Nutrition, Purina, NHSc and other businesses

• Be committed to compliance and safety of team members and encourage initiatives

• Lead experts supporting collaborative activities with government, other Nestlé entities of all businesses and standardization offices, for analytical method deployment, advocacy and management

• Communicate impactfully and effectively the leadership vision and share results internally and externally

What will make you successful

• Expertise in LC-MS instrumentation, method development and validation

• Master proteomics analysis for clinical applications

• Leadership skills, creative and passionate mindset

• Digital and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

• Quality System for ISO 17025 certification is a plus

• Disciplined and well organized

• Capable of autonomy under pressure to deliver and deal with all levels of hierarchy

• Result focus, agile mindset and innovative way of working as role model for leaders of tomorrow

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.

Be a force for good. Join Nestlé and visit us on www.nestle.com.

We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company. We are 308,000 employees strong driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for our future. With more than CHF 91.4 billion sales in 2018, we have an expansive presence with 413 factories in more than 85 countries. We believe our people are our most important asset, so we'll offer you a dynamic inclusive international working environment with many opportunities across different businesses, functions and geographies, working with diverse teams and cultures. Want to learn more? Visit us at www.nestle.com.