R&D Technician - Food Chemistry Team, Arla Innovation Centre, Aarhus (Maternity cover)

We are looking for a maternity cover R&D Technician with a passion for research and innovation with analytical interests within chromatography to join the Food Chemistry Team at Arla Innovation Centre, Aarhus from August 15th  2025 to August 14th  2026.

About our team

We have a global role in Arla R&D and are based in Arla’s Innovation Centre in Aarhus, Denmark. Our purpose is to transform food science into business opportunities for Arla. We drive food science-based research, partner up with product developers to create the future of dairy and support our production sites worldwide with ad hoc tasks. We are a team of scientists and technicians with vast experience within food science and we are eager to find a new colleague to share our scientific passions with.

“In our team we apply and develop many different analyses to evaluate the chemical composition of our products. We apply different chromatographic methods to analyze the product compositions covering aroma, protein, peptide, metabolite, carbohydrate and mineral profiles. Likewise, we evaluate enzymatic activities through specific assays. We collaborate with many different functions at the Innovation Centre with the purpose to transform Food Chemistry into business opportunities for Arla.” says Associate R&D Manager - Food Chemistry Analytics, Jan Breinholt Carlsen,

About the job

As a R&D Technician, you will be joining a team of 11 specialists, all experts within their fields. You will be part of a group of 5 technicians. You will work closely with both scientists and technicians in our team on various tasks and projects to plan your own tasks.

A typical task covers the following:

• Taking in a request, coordinating and planning laboratory trials and analyses.
• Executing and reporting trials and analysis.
• Data handling, ordering the needed chemicals and maintaining our equipment.
• Our main analytical methods include GC-MS, LC-TOF, LC-QTOF and IC.
• Data treatment is a big part of the daily work.

Who are you?

We imagine  that you have a degree as R&D Technician, laboratory, chemistry or similar. Skills within chemical analyses, especially chromatography, are an advantage, but not a must-have since you will have a thorough introduction to the relevant methods. Strong communication skills and a learning mindset is important as we work across many functions and explore new scientific areas. A logical and analytical mindset with a precise and systematic approach is important for this function.

Furthermore, it is essential that you:

• Have an open, curious and positive mindset.
• Are structured and precise
• Speak and write English
• Have flair for IT. Both software such as Microsoft Office applications as well as software used for controlling our equipment and for data analysis.

What do we offer?

The position is a temporary one year full-time position. A position where you grow your analytical skills and learn every day. Our positive and collaborative culture will bring out the best in you. We have an international environment where knowledge sharing, and continuous learning are key words. Last but not least we offer you a team that values open communication, good team spirit, passion for science, trust and respect.

Application and contact

We will review applications and invite for interviews on an ongoing basis, so please apply as soon as possible. For additional information, please call Associate R&D Manager of Food Chemistry Analytics, Jan Breinholt Carlsen at +45 8746 6625.

Shape the Future of Dairy 

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future. 

We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry. 

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