Associate Specialist in Lipids — Nestlé
- Location
- Lausanne
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 21 days ago
Full description
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland Work model: Hybrid / Full time Contract type / duration: Permanent
Shape the future through scientific breakthroughs and innovation.
As an Associate R&D Specialist in Lipids & Metabolic Analytics department at Nestlé Research, your mission is to provide scientific expertise in advanced lipid analytics to help developing, validating and transferring fit-for-purpose analytical methodologies to support product innovation. You’ll make a difference by collaborating closely with scientists, experts, innovation partners and technical teams across Nestlé. This is your opportunity to turn ideas into sustainable and innovative solutions for people, pets, and the planet.
How you’ll make an impact as an associate R&D specialist in Lipids Analytics
- Leading project activities with independence, accuracy, and scientific rigor to meet defined objectives and timelines.
- Organizing laboratories activities and carrying out experiments involving internal or external partners.
- Driving the implementation of analytical methods and technical solutions that improve lipid analysis capabilities in our Nestlé Operation sites across the world.
- Strengthening the scientific evidence on lipids to support breakthrough innovation.
- Contributing to technological scouting and drive continuous improvement.
What will make you successful
- Bringing a PhD with recognized expertise in lipid analysis using advanced-analytics based on mass spectrometry techniques (HRMS and MS/MS) with 1-3 years of expertise in the domain.
- Leveraging operational and business needs and research thinking to develop, validate and transfer fit-for-purpose analytical methods to support product innovation.
- Collaborating with a quality-focused, proactive and curiosity, agility and creativity across research and technology.
- Communicating fluently in English.
- Bringing collaboration, fresh thinking, bold questions, respect, and a positive, wellbeing-oriented mindset.
At Nestlé Research, we place people at the core of everything we do.
Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:
- Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office based roles)
- Paid holidays beyond legal requirements
- Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
- Performance based bonus
- Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program
- Strong employer contribution to your pension plan
- Generous parental leave and comprehensive family support solutions
- Attractive employee discounts across various products and services
What to expect from our hiring process
We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.
The hiring process typically includes a video interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer.
We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.
Ready to #BreakthroughTogether?
Apply now and shape the future through scientific breakthroughs and innovation.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Nestlé offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Lausanne is CHF 60'500 - 91'500 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Nestlé. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Nestlé offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Nestlé during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Vaud?
EU/EFTA citizens living in an EU/EFTA state can apply for a G permit and can work anywhere in Switzerland: border zones no longer apply to them, and they must return home at least once a week. The Swiss employer files the request with Canton Vaud's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Vaud's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Nestlé?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Nestlé's original listing at jobdetails.nestle.com, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
