Specialist in Macronutrient Physiology

About the role

As a Specialist Macronutrient Physiology at Nestlé Research, you will join the Metabolic Health team within the Nestlé Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS). Your mission is to provide scientific expertise in nutrition physiology to develop nutrition‑based health solutions and translate mechanistic insight into actionable dietary recommendations and intervention concepts.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute cross‑business research advancing understanding of macro‑ and micronutrient metabolism and nutrient quality.
• Analyze and interpret clinical and pre‑clinical data linking diet and metabolism to generate high‑quality hypotheses and mechanistic insight.
• Strengthen scientific evidence of macro‑micronutrient quality by moving from observed clinical correlations to causal mechanisms across populations and life stages.
• Design and contribute to innovative nutrient‑based intervention concepts, techniques, and research approaches supporting breakthrough innovation.
• Translate scientific outputs into actionable recommendations, innovation inputs, and robust intellectual property support aligned to R&D priorities.
• Communicate and network internally and externally through publications, presentations, and partnerships to build credibility and accelerate impact.

Required profile

• PhD and 4–6 years of scientific experience in macro‑ and micronutrient quality and metabolism, linked to dietary recommendations or human physiology.
• Experience using clinical trial and nutrition‑intervention insight to strengthen mechanistic evidence and translate findings into clear recommendations for new product or communication development.
• Ability to leverage systems biology thinking and data interpretation skills to connect dietary context, metabolism, and downstream health outcomes.
• Proven collaboration skills across academic‑industry environments to align stakeholders, guide contributions, and deliver on shared milestones.
• Fluency in English.
• Collaborative mindset with fresh thinking, bold questions, respect, and a positive, wellbeing‑oriented attitude.

What we offer

• Flexible working options, including hybrid possibilities for office‑based roles.
• Paid holidays beyond legal requirements.
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career.
• Performance‑based bonus.
• Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program.
• Strong employer contribution to your pension plan.
• Generous parental leave and comprehensive family support solutions.
• Attractive employee discounts across various products and services.