Louis Dreyfus Company B.V.
Research Scientist - Proteins
Louis Dreyfus Company B.V., Livermore, California, United States, 94551
Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 17,000 people globally.Job Description
Generate ideas and convert them into successful experimentsActive collaboration with product development, process engineering, and analyticsPlan, manage, execute protein research from bench to pilot scale with goal of improving protein functionality with model food and beverage systemsBottom-up innovative methods for the design of plant protein isolation, purification and characterization process that will be future ingredients in MRS for our customersDevelop methods to characterize protein functionality within model food system from a variety of plant protein sourcesData visualization and statistical analysis of experimental results as well as interpreting and communicating the findings of R&D team to the business unitServe as a subject matter expert in plant protein research that can mentor and help develop internal talentApply learning from patent landscape and public research to short, mid and long term in-house and external partner collaborative projectsKnowledge and Experience:
Knowledge of protein structure and function properties, polysaccharides, and fats within complex food matrix systems such as hydrocolloids, emulsions, foams, gels, etc.Application of enzymes and chemicals for proteins, oils, and polysaccharide modifications.Understanding of QA/QC, microbial safety, and sensory properties of proteins and food products.Know-how in methods to characterize plant proteins and its use thereof in food and beverage systems using analytical methods such as rheology, texture analysis, particle size, scanning electron microscopy, proteomics, CD/DSC, SDS-PAGE etc.Broad view on plant-based food and beverage industry and markets, in-depth knowledge on productsEducation:
Ph. D in food science, protein chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemistry, biology, or a related field. Alternatively, a master’s degree in the above fields, with 5+ years of relevant food industry experience.Languages:
Excellent in verbal and written proficiency in EnglishOther Skills:
Demonstrated leadership skills, analytical abilities, data visualization software, excellent communications and project management skills, ability to present research findings to scientist and non-technical audiences.What We Offer
We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage401k with Company MatchFamily Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefitsPaid Time Off (PTO) and Paid HolidaysHybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)Diversity & Inclusion
LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Sustainability
Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company. We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us.
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Generate ideas and convert them into successful experimentsActive collaboration with product development, process engineering, and analyticsPlan, manage, execute protein research from bench to pilot scale with goal of improving protein functionality with model food and beverage systemsBottom-up innovative methods for the design of plant protein isolation, purification and characterization process that will be future ingredients in MRS for our customersDevelop methods to characterize protein functionality within model food system from a variety of plant protein sourcesData visualization and statistical analysis of experimental results as well as interpreting and communicating the findings of R&D team to the business unitServe as a subject matter expert in plant protein research that can mentor and help develop internal talentApply learning from patent landscape and public research to short, mid and long term in-house and external partner collaborative projectsKnowledge and Experience:
Knowledge of protein structure and function properties, polysaccharides, and fats within complex food matrix systems such as hydrocolloids, emulsions, foams, gels, etc.Application of enzymes and chemicals for proteins, oils, and polysaccharide modifications.Understanding of QA/QC, microbial safety, and sensory properties of proteins and food products.Know-how in methods to characterize plant proteins and its use thereof in food and beverage systems using analytical methods such as rheology, texture analysis, particle size, scanning electron microscopy, proteomics, CD/DSC, SDS-PAGE etc.Broad view on plant-based food and beverage industry and markets, in-depth knowledge on productsEducation:
Ph. D in food science, protein chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemistry, biology, or a related field. Alternatively, a master’s degree in the above fields, with 5+ years of relevant food industry experience.Languages:
Excellent in verbal and written proficiency in EnglishOther Skills:
Demonstrated leadership skills, analytical abilities, data visualization software, excellent communications and project management skills, ability to present research findings to scientist and non-technical audiences.What We Offer
We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage401k with Company MatchFamily Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefitsPaid Time Off (PTO) and Paid HolidaysHybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)Diversity & Inclusion
LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Sustainability
Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company. We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us.
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