The future of food could be in your hands if you pursued a career in research and development (R&D). A career in R&D encompasses all activities involved in the development of new and improved food products and processes. With the right combination of skills and passion, you could make a difference in improving the nutrition and accessibility of healthy foods, developing food technologies and sharing culinary traditions.
Flavourist
Create natural and synthetic food flavours by combining different ingredients to enhance the taste and aroma of food products.
Dietician/ Nutritionist
Provide personalized nutritional advice to individuals and help develop nutritionally food products by advising on ingredient choices and manufacturing processes.
Food Process Engineer
Design, implement and optimize process equipment for food manufacturing processes using engineering principles.
Food Product Developer
Design, test and commercialize new food products and processes, ensuring they meet product performance and safety requirements.
Food Scientist
Conduct scientific research on the various aspects of food with the goal of improving food sustainability, safety, and quality.
Packaging Engineer
Design and test packaging solutions for food products based on the product’s characteristics, design, and marketing considerations.
Research Chef
Develop new menu items by combining culinary training with knowledge of food science, conducting experiments in the kitchen and recording tests.
