Research Officer (Food Structure And Digestion)

Food Science Office of the Provost Palmerston North Position Overview The Riddet Institute is a world-best research centre in food and nutritional sciences, providing fundamental scientific understanding and training for a new generation of science leaders. The Institute integrates partner organisations (Massey University (host), Auckland and Otago Universities, AgResearch and Plant & Food Research) and disciplines, leading a "NZ Inc" approach to food research, and generates knowledge and capability that transforms the New Zealand food industry. We are seeking a high-achieving Research Officer to work on a Riddet Institute Centre of Research Excellence funded project aimed at understanding digestion behaviour of milk-based formulations designed for specific formulations. To Be Successful In Appointment You Will Have PhD in Food Science, Food Physics, Food Chemistry or related disciplines. Proven experience in day-to-day management of research projects within a team. Experience with dynamic in vitro digestion models coupled with in-depth knowledge of digestion physiology in early-life and/or later-life stages. With a focus on complex liquids such as milk, high protein beverages, and infant formulas, it is expected you will have a minimum of 4 years hands-on research experience and have demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving techniques and the motivation and enthusiasm to work with an interdisciplinary team in food sciences. Appointable within the Research Officer range ($81,172 - $103,595 NZD) and will be reflective of experience and publication, for a fixed term period of two years. Applications close: 1st September Your application should include: (1) a copy of your CV, (2) a statement highlighting how your research interests and experience align with each point in the 'Experience' section of the Job Description, (3) your university transcripts and (4) a covering letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the role. To view/download the job description, please view the vacancy on Massey job site: Massey Job Site #J-18808-Ljbffr