Data Flavor & Taste Engineer (M/F)

Data Flavor & Taste Engineer (M/F)

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin® Nurishh®, Pom'Potes® and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.74 billion in 2024.

Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you!

Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!

Join the Bel Group as a Data Flavor & Taste Engineer (M/F)

Are you looking to tackle real scientific challenges at the heart of tomorrow's food industry? Join a dynamic team where innovation, collaboration, and kindness are at the core of our values! Take advantage of a cutting-edge laboratory and develop your expertise on ambitious projects at the crossroads of artificial intelligence, sensory analysis, and analytical chemistry.

Permanent position (CDI) – Starting February 2026, Vendôme (41) – Bel Group Research & Innovation Center

Your key responsibilities:

Data Analysis and Modeling

• Analyze complex datasets integrating analytical chemistry, sensory, and consumer data.
• Develop and apply machine learning models to predict sensory attributes from molecular composition.
• Build computational tools and workflows to automate analysis and support decision-making.

Data Management and Reporting

• Collaborate with analytical chemists to interpret VOC data in relation to flavor and taste.
• Work with sensory experts to establish interpretable links between chemistry and perception.
• Contribute to hypothesis-driven research projects, integrating computational modeling with experimental results.

Computational Engineering

• Write clean, reusable Python code for data processing, statistical analysis, and predictive modeling.
• Apply advanced methods such as clustering, regression, dimensionality reduction, and neural networks.
• Maintain and improve reproducible workflows for research teams.

Knowledge Integration and Innovation

• Explore scientific literature to identify new methods for flavor prediction and AI-driven design.
• Translate findings into practical insights for product development and innovation.
• Support the team in building a knowledge base connecting chemistry, biology, and the senses.

Your profile:

Required qualifications

• Master's degree in biochemistry, analytical chemistry, computational biology, or a related field.
• Strong experience with analytical chemistry techniques (GC-MS, TOF, SIFT-MS).
• Proficiency in Python (data management, statistics, machine learning libraries).
• Hands-on experience applying machine learning methods to scientific datasets.
• Understanding of the biology/biochemistry of taste and smell.
• Strong background in statistics and data management.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in chemometrics, flavor chemistry, or sensory modeling.
• Knowledge of chemical and sensory information databases.
• Familiarity with cloud computing or data engineering practices.
• Project experience in AI/ML applied to chemistry or biology.

Want to connect science, AI, and food? Join us and help build the future of flavor!