Applications Scientist

Glanbia Nutritionals

Job Summary
The Application Scientist will be responsible for researching projects including product development, process enhancement and strong linkage to customers for technical support.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
•    Work independently to develop a wide variety of commercially-viable food and supplement applications including nutritional bars, beverages, fresh dairy, bakery, snacks, confectionary etc., utilizing Glanbia’s full product portfolio.
•    Support Sales and business development teams frequently for customer support and visits to customers.  
•    Deliver technical presentations at conferences, meetings, trade shows, and customer visits in English and Japanese.
•    Educate sales force in both formal and informal training, particularly in new products that are being commercialized.
•    Plan and design robust experiments that can be statistically analyzed and stand up under scientific scrutiny.
•    Work directly with customers both on and off site, using the GN collaborative model.  
•    Ability to support customers from bench top development and formulation through plant trials and commercialization.
•    Develop new food products consistent with Japan’s food regulations for safety and quality
•    Source raw materials and build localized vendor/distributor network.
•    Test new products for flavor, texture, color, nutritional content and adherence to government and industry standards.
•    Write reports in a clear, concise and meaningful way including interpretation of scientific data.
•    Remain current on industry trends, Japanese market trends and new product launches.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
•    Perform other duties as assigned.
•    Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources. 
•    Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals. 

QUALIFICATIONS
•    Master of Science degree (M. S.) or equivalent; or a B. S. degree with minimum of seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
•    Proficient in both English and Japanese
•    Ability to work independently
•    Ability to synthesize new ideas and methods from reading and analyzing common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. 
•    Ability to present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
•    Proficient computer skills that allow analysis and interpretation of scientific data, graphics, statistical analysis and preparation of publication quality manuscripts. 
•    Must possess excellent documentation and record keeping skills.     •    Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
•    Must have in depth knowledge of instruments and pilot processing equipment
•    Experience with formulating a wide range of food products is preferred, including successful development and commercialization of such products, with a strong understanding of proteins, stabilizers system, sweeteners, fiber, flavor and starch, etc. 
•    Understanding how different ingredients interact during processing to form desirable texture and flavor in finished food products.

Where and how you will work

The opportunity will be based in Tokyo, Japan.

What we would like to offer you! 

The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package.

About Glanbia 

The Glanbia Group comprises three divisions: Glanbia Performance Nutrition, Glanbia Nutritional's, and Joint Ventures. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 6,000 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading products in 130 countries worldwide. 

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.