Food Innovation Technologist

3 weeks ago


Sutton Bonington, United Kingdom University of Nottingham Full time

Successful applicants for this post will work with the Senior Food Innovation Advisor and Food Innovation Advisor to deliver innovative and practical solutions, advice and high quality information to food and drink businesses of all sizes, but with a focus on supporting small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). The role holder will provide their support to Food and Drink businesses based on their knowledge and experience of the Division of Food, Nutrition and Dietetics facilities, knowledge, expertise, students and of global issues in the sector.

Candidates must have an undergraduate degree in Food science OR Food science and Nutrition, OR a Natural science (e.g. Chemistry, Biology, Plant, Animal) AND a postgraduate degree in Food Science.

As part of a busy, dynamic team, you will need to have a good working knowledge of current market drivers and novel technologies in the food manufacturing sector together with excellent analytical and solution-provision skills – particularly in the field of Food Science.

Excellent communication, people management and customer service skills are essential, as is a knowledge of Health and Safety and relevant regulations in the Food Manufacturing sector.

Previous working experience in the food industry new product development or close to business R&D is essential.

The role is being offered on a full time (36.25 hours/week) fixed term contract to 31st July 2025. Job share arrangements may be considered.

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role

Informal enquiries may be addressed to peter.noy@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. Learn more about the university commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

We are delighted to share that we are the first university to have achieved Athena Swan Gold Award.

We want you to succeed in our recruitment process and have published Candidate Guidance for you to access information and support on application and interview process.

We offer a range of benefits, visit Your Benefits website to learn what we can offer you.

We welcome applications from UK, Europe and from across the globe and we want to make your transition to living in the UK as smooth as possible. Visit the Moving to Nottingham page to find out more.

Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by UK Visas & Immigration.

£33,966 to £45,585 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.



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