Join Our Team at Breeding Botanicals International (BBI) AG
Located in Uttwil (CH), near Konstanz (D), Breeding Botanicals International (BBI) AG is dedicated to the analysis and development of plant-based products, including powders and extracts, for applications in the pharmaceutical, food, feed, cosmetic industries, as well as in the breeding and cultivation of medicinal plants. For more information, visit our website.
Position Overview
The selected candidate will play a crucial role in the discovery and development of botanical-derived products. This position entails extensive research, exploration, analysis, and experimentation to identify and validate bioactive compounds in plants applicable across various fields.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough literature reviews to identify potential plant species.
- Collaborate in the planning of new product development.
- 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, including supervision and support of external service providers in "bioassays in vitro" and "analytics", along with customer support.
- Evaluate test data and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for 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 preferred.
- Master's/PhD degree in Phytochemistry, Ethnobotany, Botany, or a related field.
- Solid understanding of plant biology, secondary metabolites, and their pharmacological effects.
- Strong background in phytochemistry and natural product chemistry.
- Extensive experience in laboratory research (in vitro bioassays, 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 both written and spoken English and German.
What We Offer
We are looking for an engaged, hands-on team member who is eager to further develop themselves, the team, and the company. You will find a multifaceted and interesting role within a motivated, interdisciplinary team, along with a pleasant working environment and flexible working hours.
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.