About Us
Breeding Botanicals International (BBI) AG, located in Uttwil (CH) near Konstanz (D), specializes in the analysis and development of plant-based products, including powders and extracts. Our focus extends to applications in the pharmaceutical, food, feed, and cosmetic industries, as well as the breeding and cultivation of medicinal plants. For more information, visit our website: www.bb-international.ch.
Position Overview
The selected candidate will play a vital role in the discovery and development of botanical-derived products. This position encompasses research, exploration, analysis, and experimentation aimed at identifying and validating bioactive compounds in plants that can be applied across various fields.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough literature reviews to identify potential plant species.
- Collaborate in the planning of new product development initiatives.
- Support the laboratory team in characterizing bioactive compounds from plant materials using state-of-the-art techniques (LC, MS, and others).
- Manage product development projects, overseeing external service providers in the areas of in vitro bioassays and analytics, while also providing customer support.
- Evaluate test data and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage the procurement and registration of test materials (plant samples).
- Support internal laboratory work related to extraction and analytics.
- Engage in scientific discussions and contribute to research proposals.
Qualifications and Skills
- Senior profile, MSc; PhD is a plus.
- Master's/PhD degree in Phytochemistry, Ethnobotany, Botany, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of plant biology, secondary metabolites, and their pharmacological effects.
- Robust background in phytochemistry and natural product chemistry.
- Extensive experience in laboratory research, including in vitro bioassays and experimental pharmacology.
- Familiarity with advanced analytical techniques such as chromatography and mass spectrometry.
- Experience with fieldwork and plant specimen collection.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrated passion for sustainable and ethical practices in research.
- Proficient in written and spoken English and German.
Join Us
We are seeking an engaged, hands-on team member who is eager to develop not only themselves but also contribute to the growth of the team and the company. Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered. Join us for a multifaceted and intriguing role in a motivated, interdisciplinary team, with a pleasant working environment and flexible working hours.