Technology Specialist - Inactivation and Preservation Technologies

Job Summary

Join us in shaping the future of food technology

Innovation is at the heart of what we do as we help transform global food systems. Our Processing Development team plays a key role in this work by setting the direction and driving the execution of activities that shape cutting-edge food technologies.

We are now looking for a Technology Specialist within the area of Inactivation and Preservation Technologies. In this role, you will contribute deep technical expertise within a key area of food processing and help ensure that our technology capabilities remain competitive, relevant, and forward-looking. You will work closely with internal stakeholders as well as external partners, including universities, research institutes, and industry networks.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys combining scientific depth with practical application, building strong technical networks, and contributing to long-term technology development. You will play an important role in strengthening expertise in inactivation and preservation technologies and supporting innovation in the food processing space.

You will report to the Manager Research & Technology and contribute to the overall R&T strategy by bringing valuable technical insights and expertise to projects, competence development, and strategic technology initiatives.

The position is based in Lund, Sweden, and you will work in a global environment.

What you will do

As a Technology Specialist in Inactivation and Preservation Technologies in the Processing Development team, you will contribute to both the strategic and operational development of technologies relevant to our Processing business.

Your main focus will be to support R&T efforts through technical expertise, technology scouting, and participation in innovative, future-oriented projects that support sustainable growth. You will help explore, assess, and develop technologies and contribute to building long-term competence in this area.

You will work closely with colleagues across functions and collaborate with research partners and external networks to strengthen knowledge and drive innovation.

To succeed in this role, you need strong technical knowledge, analytical capability, and the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines. You enjoy working with complex technical questions, sharing knowledge, and contributing in a fast-moving and innovative environment.

Responsibilities

- Provide technical expertise in preservation technologies – Contribute specialist knowledge in inactivation and preservation technologies to research, development, and innovation activities

- Drive technology development – Lead and support studies, experiments, and evaluations, and help identify and assess technology needs across the PSE organisation

- Support innovation and strategic direction – Contribute technical insight to early-stage innovation, future technology opportunities, and long-term competence development within the area

- Collaborate across internal and external networks – Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders, universities, research institutes, and industry partners to strengthen knowledge and drive progress

- Enable knowledge sharing and technical communication – Support competence development through clear communication, reporting, presentations, and knowledge-sharing across the organisation

We believe you have

You thrive in a fast-paced and innovative environment. You enjoy working with new ideas, solving complex technical challenges, and collaborating with a broad range of stakeholders. You are motivated by applying deep expertise to practical development and by contributing to a bigger picture in food technology. You bring a proactive mindset, strong technical curiosity, and a collaborative approach to your work.

Your background and skills

• Master’s degree or higher in food technology, chemistry, biotechnology, chemical engineering, or a related engineering field


• Solid experience in food processing, preservation technologies, inactivation methods, or related technical fields


• Strong technical knowledge and interest in food processing technologies and sustainable food systems


• Experience of working in research, technology development, or innovation projects


• Ability to manage complex technical questions and translate findings into practical insights


• Experience of collaborating with academic or industry partners is an advantage


• Familiarity with food-related regulatory frameworks is an advantage


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills


• Fluency in English; Swedish or other languages are an advantage