Scientist, Yeast & Fermentation

Yeast & Fermentation Scientist

Are you passionate about beer and fermented beverages? Do you want to understand how different yeasts impact the flavours and taste of the final product?

We are now looking for an ambitious scientist to join the Brewing Science, Yeast and Fermentation platform at the Carlsberg Research Laboratory, Copenhagen. We are a team of dedicated scientists focusing on developing tomorrow´s yeast for the brewing industry.

The chosen candidate will contribute to our explorative projects to find innovative and sustainable solutions for our breweries.

What You’ll Be Doing

• You will work in a project team to combine the power of breeding, screening and yeast selection for enhanced properties such as aroma and fermentation characteristics.
• You will conduct laboratory-scale fermentation trials and select yeasts with desired attributes.
• You will identify causative mutations translating genotypes to phenotypes.
• You will use state-of-the-art robotics and targeted genetic approaches to make further improvements of the yeasts.

Please note that all work and experiments use non-GMO technologies.

What We’re Looking For

• PhD or Master´s degree with several years of experience in the field of Brewing or Wine Microbiology, Fermentation, Metabolic Engineering, Yeast Genomics or related fields.
• Strong background in yeast research preferentially with experience within genomics.
• Previous experience with fermentation and characterization of conventional/ non-conventional yeasts is an asset.
• Basic Bioinformatics skills (genotype to phenotype), some programming skills and familiarity with the brewing process and beer chemistry will be advantageous.
• A hands-on attitude with the willingness to contribute to the practical work part.
• Ability to work in a team and on team projects at the same time being able to take full ownership of individual tasks.
• Proactiveness, with curiosity to test the hypothesis in the laboratory.
• Good time management skills and focus on the project priorities.
• Fluency in English (written/spoken, as it’s our corporate language.

What You Can Expect

In Carlsberg, we are brewing for a better today and tomorrow and what we can offer you is an equal opportunity to grow across our company. We believe that each employee drives their own seat in designing their career path and we fully support them endeavouring to create as many development opportunities as possible through internal promotions, Short / Long Time Assignments (STA/LTA), and horizontal moves within different markets.

All of this is taking place in culturally diverse environment, where we celebrate our successes together and where no matter where you are from, who you are, or what experiences you bring to the table, all we say is: WELCOME YOU!

We encourage you to visit and learn more about our DE&I Strategy: Sustainability » Our ESG programme » Diversity, Equity and Inclusion « Carlsberg Group

If you join our team, some of the benefits you’ll enjoy are:

• 3-year position with opportunity of extension.
• A workplace in a research centre with long history that covers all areas of beer brewing.
• Being part of a team that values visionary thinking and innovation.
• An international and multicultural organization: work in a friendly, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Possibility to engage in organized social activities involving sports, games, history, art, and outdoor games.
• Annual bonus based on company and individual performance
• Unlimited soft and coffee drinks in the office
• Monthly beer and soft drink allowance
• Well-equipped and comfortable office in the heart of Carlsberg City District in Valby, Copenhagen
• Opportunities to have fun together during regular Friday bars with alcohol and alcohol-free drinks.
• Being part of a company with an enormous heritage and a strong connection with Denmark’s Capital City

At Carlsberg, we pride ourselves on being Purpose-led and Performance focused in everything we do. Our diverse perspectives, unique abilities, and experiences don’t just shape our Performance, they make us who we are across the Group.

With so many iconic brands, we know our differences are what make us stand out. And while we are different, we are unified by our shared Purpose: Carlsberg should be a force for good, dedicated to brewing for a better today and tomorrow.

Interested?

Apply through the link (https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3967141793/). Please notice that this is the only way we accept applications.

The deadline for applying is the 4th of August. We read applications continuously, and vacancies may be filled sooner than the deadline, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Carlsberg Group: Brewing for a better today and tomorrow

For us success has always been in the diverse mix of our people, our beers and our brands. At Carlsberg, we want to recruit and develop people with a global mindset, cultural understanding, and international experience to ensure that our organization stays agile, inclusive and prepared for future growth. Only by acknowledging and harvesting from different perspectives and experiences, will we gain competitive advantage and leverage the effect of diversity for business growth. Carlsberg aims to create equal access to opportunity regardless of social identity, and we encourage everyone to apply regardless of gender, nationality, race, religion or any other characteristics protected by law.