Food Technology Project Manager

3 days ago


Lockerbie, Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) Full time
Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated Dairy Innovation Coordinator to join our team at the Dairy Research and Innovation Centre. As a key member of the centre, you will be responsible for promoting and managing activity at the Maker Space/Product Development Kitchen, working closely with project partners and stakeholders across South-West Scotland and Cumbria.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food technology and experience in product development, with excellent communication skills to work with industry stakeholders at a senior level. The appointee will work closely with staff of Appleby Creamery (Cows & Co) and Ayrshire Economic Forum, as well as a range of food processing businesses within the region.

An estimated salary for this role is £55,000 - £70,000 per annum, depending on experience. This role offers a hybrid working solution with base location at Barony Campus, Dumfries, and regular travel across Dumfries and other sites in the project region. Generous annual leave, enhanced pension contributions, and flexible working patterns are also offered.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Identify and develop ideas and options with companies that would benefit from using Maker Space facilities for new product development and scaling up of production.
  • Liaise with industry stakeholders to identify their needs and align them with the development and operation of Make Spaces.
  • Assist in developing dairy-based products in conjunction with the Strength in Places Project.


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