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R & D at Danone
::Innovation in health & nutrition now constitutes the major key to growth for Danone. The group’s ability to lay claim to scientifically validated health benefits for consumers results from the expertise of its Research & Development teams. In order to guarantee the health, safety and satisfaction of consumers throughout the world, some 600 staff of 25 different nationalities, including almost 500 researchers, development staff and quality engineers are busy at the Daniel Carasso Research Centre near Paris.
Their energies are concentrated on the following areas of scientific expertise:
- Microbiology, yoghurt starters and probiotics
- Clinical research
- Human physiology and nutrition
- Functional formulations
- Consumer sciences
What type of candidates are we are looking for?
Agronomic engineers, doctors active in our specific areas of scientific expertise, either at the end of their studies or with experience of the food-processing, cosmetics or pharmaceutical industries.
International experience is an advantage and a good level of English is essential.
“I work in Danone’s Research Centre for Specialised Nutrition in the Netherlands. The standards here are so high that we have achieved an ISO 9001:2000 certification for clinical trial management – which is unique for nutrition companies and even for pharmaceutical companies. My current role is to align the way of working between our clinical trial team here in Wageningen and our colleagues based in Palaiseau, Friedrichsdorf, and Liverpool.
What I appreciate most about my work is the trust and confidence that the company instils in me. I feel challenged to take new initiatives, and I can also encourage people in the team to come up with good ideas and devise new ways of meeting business needs. It’s very rewarding to know that my efforts help to develop Danone’s business and strengthen its scientific credibility.”
Sonja, Group Leader Methodology and Quality System Manager, Clinical Trials, The Netherlands
