Research And Development Specialist

Job Description R&D LeadOur client is a leading producer of high quality, non-alcoholic beverages in the UK and across Europe. This is a pivotal role within an innovation driven company. Reporting directly to the founders and working closely with Production, Quality, Technical and NPD, you will be central to the management and improvement of quality and consistency of fermentations, and for the onward development of fundamental alcohol-free fermentation science.Key Responsibilities: Fermentation Development & Innovation Culture Management & PropagationProduction Integration & ControlMicrobiology & Lab CollaborationR&D StrategySkills & Attributes:Deep understanding of fermentation as a dynamic biological systemHighly practicalcomfortable working on the production floorStrong problem-solving capability in live fermentation environmentsDetail-oriented with a rigorous scientific approachAble to translate complex science into clear operational processesComfortable operating in a fast-moving, evolving businessCurious, experimental, and driven to push boundariesApplications from candidates already eligible to work in the UK only please.

Created: 2026-04-29