Head of Process Development

Head of Process Development

Location : Dublin Type : Permanent Category : Technology Salary :

90,000 - €120,000 DOE

Benefits :

Bonus

Pension

Healthcare

Life insurance

Bike to work

City Center Location

Training

Experience required : 8-10 years

An exciting opportunity for an experienced  Head of Process Development  to lead the development, optimization, and validation of enzymatic protein hydrolysates, bridging the gap between R&D and commercial production. This role involves cross-functional collaboration across R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations, driving innovation in functional food ingredients.

Upon Successful Hire Your Key Duties and Responsibilities Will Include :

• Take a new product from a lab environment to mid-sized manufacturing and ultimately a mass market
• Define and lead the strategic roadmap for protein hydrolysis processes
• Optimize upstream and downstream production for functional ingredients
• Collaborate with R&D and Operations teams to ensure seamless commercial scale-up
• Support new ingredient development and commercial readiness

What We're Looking For :

• PhD in  Biotechnology, Food Science, or a related field
• Background working in food ingredients research.
• 10+ years  experience in process optimization and functional ingredient development
• Proven track record in  protein hydrolysates and peptide commercialization
• Strong  problem-solving and leadership skills

If this sounds like you – We’d love to hear from you. Apply today and follow up with Darragh Maguire in RECRUITERS on +353 1 632 5047   for further details. Thanks!