Head of Product R&D

vor 3 Wochen


Teltow, Deutschland Quazy Foods GmbH Vollzeit

Quazy Foods is a young and disruptive biotech start-up unleashing the power of microalgae. Using these exciting and versatile microorganisms, we develop a new generation of healthy, sustainable, and competitive functional ingredients for the food industry and beyond. We operate our own laboratory in which we engineer different microalgae strains and cultivate them on lab scale.

The founding duo combines two decades of experience in fast-growing start-ups and large corporations with significant expertise in leadership and scale-up. Our outstanding scientific team consists of passionate biotech and food tech experts. We have strong research partners, are backed by committed venture capital investors and are co-funded by the European Union. What unites us all is our ambition to make a meaningful contribution to reaching the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Quazy Foods is seeking to complement its team by hiring a seasoned Head of Product Research & Development. This is a key strategic role with significant impact on the company’s overall success. We are looking for someone who shares our excitement for microalgae, our passion for innovative solutions, and our ambition to help preserve our planet for future generations.

Tasks
  • Assume full responsibility for the company's microalgae-based ingredient development practice from ideation through market launch.
  • Closely collaborate with the founders and the further leadership team to ensure the best possible company strategy.
  • Attract and retain top talent and lead the product development team.
  • Spearhead the identification and evaluation of relevant emerging products, technologies, and trends to stay at the forefront of innovation.
  • Effectively manage budgets and allocate resources within scope of responsibility to maximize efficiency and return on investment.
  • Contribute to a healthy culture and an inspiring work environment that allows everyone to thrive.
Requirements
  • You hold a PhD or a Master’s degree in process technology, food technology, or biochemistry, or you have a comparable degree.
  • You have at least five years of work experience in ingredients production, food or cosmetics product development, or similar.
  • You have a deep understanding of process technology, techno-functional properties, nutritional science, microbiology, and the pain points of food and/or cosmetics producers.
  • You have strong leadership skills and have previously managed expert teams.
  • Experience with microalgae or fermentation is a plus.
  • You like to roll up your sleeves and think out of the box.
  • You are fluent in English. German is a plus.
Benefits
  • A leadership position with strategic involvement and a high degree of responsibility and independence.
  • Competitive compensation including share options.
  • Support with professional development.
  • Flexible working conditions respecting family and private needs.
  • Genuine interest in your ideas and your opinion.
  • An open, engaging, and positive company culture.

Sounds exciting? We are looking forward to receiving your application documents




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