Shape the future of beverage innovation: Develop innovative, sustainable processes; advance applied research in close collaboration with partners in the food industry; and inspire the next generation of students to pursue innovative and sustainable solutions.
Professor of Beverage Innovation (80–100%)
Wädenswil/starting April 1, 2027, or as agreed
Responsibilities
- Leadership and the academic, strategic, and organizational development of a research group in the field of beverage innovation
- Leading, supporting, and developing a team
- Planning, managing, and coordinating the research group’s personnel and financial resources
- Acquisition of third-party funding; overall responsibility for and leadership of applied research and development projects with partners in the food industry
- Module responsibility, design, and delivery of courses in the Bachelor’s program in Food Science in the area of process and product development for liquid and semi-solid foods
- Supervision of term papers, bachelor’s theses, and master’s theses
- Active knowledge transfer, as well as establishing and maintaining professional networks in national and international scientific and industrial contexts
- Participation in the development of continuing education programs
- Strategic involvement in the center’s development
Profile
We require a completed university degree with a Ph.D. in food science, food technology, process engineering, or a related field. You have several years (typically at least five years) of experience in industrial or industry-related research and development, ideally in the area of process and product development for liquid and semi-solid foods or beverage innovation.
You have proven expertise in conducting and leading applied research and development projects and enjoy leading and developing interdisciplinary teams. Teaching qualifications for university-level instruction are required, or a willingness to obtain them. Classes are conducted primarily in German; therefore, a very good command of German is required.
A strong interest in building and maintaining networks with partners in the food industry and research partners, as well as in professional exchange across disciplinary boundaries, rounds out your profile.
You communicate openly and transparently, act with appreciation and respect, and take on responsibility with a high degree of reliability. With a positive and motivating attitude, you actively shape your work environment and naturally give and receive constructive feedback. In addition, you have a strong passion for innovation as well as for designing and further developing practical, high-quality university-level instruction.
We offer you a challenging position with ample room for growth in an inspiring environment and as part of a motivated team.
Appointment as a professor is made by the University of Applied Sciences Council, subject to appropriate qualifications.
Do you have any further questions?
For academic inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Selcuk Yildirim, Deputy Director of the Institute for Food and Beverage Innovation, email: selcuk.yildirim@zhaw.ch, is happy to assist you.