RD&A Senior Analytical Chemist

Kerry Taste & Nutrition

About the role
We are seeking a Senior Analytical Chemist with a passion for innovation and a proven track record in food flavour analysis, rheology, and ingredient functionality. We are looking for a strategic thinker and hands-on expert who can build and lead a cutting-edge analytical lab and help translate complex analytical data into actionable insights for our R&D and product development teams.
Key responsibilities
• Manage a state-of-the-art analytical laboratory tailored to food and flavour innovation.
• Select and validate analytical instruments and methodologies aligned with Kerry s innovation goals.
• Operate and carry out analysis for Flavour (GC, GC-MS, LC, SPME, etc.), Food rheology and Ingredient functionality
• Develop SOPs, quality systems, and safety protocols in accordance with regulatory compliance.
• Interpret complex data to support formulation, shelf-life, and sensory performance.
• Partner with R&D, sensory, and application teams to translate analytical results into practical insights for product development.
• Provide technical leadership in troubleshooting formulation challenges using analytical insights.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and trends in food analysis.
• Train other team members and foster a culture of scientific excellence and curiosity.
Qualifications and skills
• MSc or PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Food Science, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in food and flavor analysis, experience working in flavour house is desirable
• Strong hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation and method development.
• Proven ability to interpret data and influence product development.
• Strong stakeholder management and workload prioritization skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects at various stages of development in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.