This opportunity is ideal for entry-level professionals with a keen interest in food science.

About Us 
Tate and Lyle is a successful organisation with a clear purpose, ambition, strategy, and strong expert talent, solely focused on achieving its’ ambition as a world class ingredients solutions provider. We have expanded our plant-based footprint beyond corn into tapioca, stevia leaf, chickpea protein and soluble fibre to explore wider platforms for achieving our ambition. Achieving this ambition will require; development of new capabilities, reallocation of resources and investment to become a leaner, more agile company, leveraging latest technology, process insight and ways of working.

About this role:

The SSD (Soups, Sauces & Dressings) Associate Scientist Applications Research & Deployment supports the execution of ingredient application projects through hands-on experimentation and data analysis. Working under the guidance of senior team members, this role focuses on evaluating ingredient performance and contributing to the refinement of formulations.

Accountabilities:

• Assist in conducting basic analyses of ingredient functionality, performance and compatibility in applications. 

• Support the testing and refinement of formulas and processes to meet project-specific requirements. 

• Record experimental data accurately and contribute to data analysis and reporting.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Innovation & R&D and Technical Service to support the development of customer-relevant solutions. 

• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure experiments are conducted according to protocols.

• Participate in knowledge-sharing activities to support team learning and innovation.

• Maintain accurate records of experimental results and document findings in detailed reports. 

• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in laboratory work.

Skills and Experience:

• Completion of some formal training or equivalent experience within R&D and/or lab science; may be working towards a professional qualification.

• Working knowledge of common processes and practices within applications research and development in the food and beverage industry.

• Good knowledge of processes and procedures within a team(s).

• Intermediate understanding/awareness of related activities and operations of the team(s).

• Communication used to exchange technical or factual information with colleagues.

• Performs essential support / technical / operational tasks to support the team in day-to-day operations.

• Work is generally under supervision, but an experienced incumbent may be able to operate independently and only seek guidance on complex issues.

What we can offer you 

As a business operating in 50 countries worldwide, we offer a global rewards package to all employees alongside a range of country-specific benefits. In addition to the flexible working policy, hybrid working model & competitive salary we offer.

Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.