Specialist in Nutrition and Public Health Epidemiology - Flexible locations

Posted on July 15, 2025
Lausanne
Posted on July 15, 2025

About this role

Nestlé Institute of Health Sciences

Welcome to Nestlé Research, a global organization, with most of our passionate team located in Lausanne, Switzerland! Our work is powered by five specialized Nestlé Institutes and key strategic units. Here, we think fresh and collaborate to create amazing solutions. How about taking a step inside our organization and discover the exciting research activities and expertise that drive us forward? Want to learn more!

Position Snapshot: Your opportunity to #breakthrough with us!

What we offer at Nestlé

Exciting opportunities to develop your career your way.

Flexible working arrangements - facilitating creativity and collaboration.

A culture of respect, with diversity, equity and inclusion at its core.

A dynamic international environment empowering you to learn, develop and grow.

Don’t hesitate to connect with us during the recruitment process to learn more

Position Summary

We are looking for a Specialist in Nutrition and Public Health Epidemiology to contribute to innovative research, through evaluating dietary influences across life-stages. In this role you will develop cutting-edge research and innovative methodologies and effectively share insights that enhance nutrition and health outcomes.

A Day in the Life of a Specialist in Nutrition and Public Health Epidemiology

  • Embrace innovation as a catalyst for change and advise on dietary assessment tools for clinical trials and nutrition epidemiology studies to establish nutritional criteria for healthy diets
  • Make a meaningful impact on our world by translating scientific findings into consumer-appealing concepts to improve the product portfolio and contribute to the Institute’s research strategy in the field of nutrition
  • Stay at the forefront of science by leading projects, related to nutritional epidemiology, dietary assessment, and nutrient profiling and create scientific outputs including publications, conference presentations, and patents
  • Foster a culture of creativity and growth and coach team members in areas such as epidemiology methods, analysis and dietary intake assessment

What Will Make You Successful

  • Academic and Research Experience: Ph.D. in Nutrition, Public Health Epidemiology, or related field, with post-graduate experience in applying epidemiology and biostatistics in research studies demonstrated by relevant publications and conference presentations
  • Innovation at Heart: strong understanding of nutrient profiling science and its application on product (re)formulation
  • People at Core: demonstrated ability to connect and collaborate effectively with diverse audiences and internal/external researchers, supported by exceptional written and verbal skills in English

Exciting Opportunity Ahead! After submitting your application, you will receive an invitation to create a short video introduction, guided by a few specific questions. This is your chance to showcase your personality and passion.

We kindly ask that you submit your video within 7 days of your application to ensure we can assess your profile thoroughly. Please note that if this step is not completed within the specified time, we will assume you have chosen to withdraw your application

Nestlé is committed to the accessibility of its recruitment process. If you require an adaptation during the recruitment process, please do let us know so we can support you effectively. All information will be treated confidentially.

At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering a diverse, friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment, that creates positive disruption, embraces innovation, and empowers people and teams to win. We aim to hire friendly, respectful, inspiring people who care about the people’s lives that we touch every single day.

Be a force for good. Join Nestlé and visit us on www.nestle.com.

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