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Institution Name: 
Kerry Group
Type of institution: 
Company
Job category: 
Fulltime
Contact person: 
Masrur Hoque
Princes Street V92
Tralee
Co Kerry
Ireland
Contact telephone: 
Job description: 

As a Research and Development Graduate you will play a key role in anticipating and developing the products that will meet the needs of our customers- ensuring our continued growth and profitability.

You will already have expert understanding of food science and technology, but whether you are working to enhance an existing food product, developing a whole new food product in response to consumer demands or working on a new ingredient or coating formulation, every day will bring a new set of challenges.

The role can range from fundamental research through product development and factory trials to product launches. We also work in partnership with major food manufacturers throughout the world in the development of unique ingredient formulations and customised solutions, across our range of technologies.

Previous graduates have progressed to senior roles in Research and Development, Sales, Marketing and Operations management.

Job begin date: July/August/September 2017

Required Knowledge: 

Who we are looking for:
• Minimum 2:1 degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Biotechnology, Food and Human Nutrition or similar
• Exceptional problem solving skills
• History of high achievement and delivery
• Motivated self-starter with the determination and drive to succeed
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills
• Strong ability to work well in a team and on your own
• Happy to relocate across UK, Ireland and Europe as needed
• We are looking for several candidates who can speak a second language, preferably German, Polish, French, Italian or any other European language.

Expiration date: 
Wednesday, 4. January 2017
Required Language(s): 
English
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