Food Chemist (Analytical Focus) | Lebensmittelchemiker/in mit Schwerpunkt Analytik (m/w/d)

Chemisches und Veterinäruntersuchungsamt Westfalen

Hagen, Westfalen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Oct 21, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This permanent position at the CVUA-Westfalen, a public institution focused on consumer and animal health protection, seeks a highly qualified Food Chemist to lead analytical operations. The role involves serving as the lead tester for specific product categories, including butter, fats, oils, and delicatessen, while managing and developing complex chemical-physical and instrumental testing methods. Key daily tasks include overseeing laboratory staff, creating test plans, and performing the critical legal assessment of analytical results according to the German Food and Feed Code (LFGB). Candidates must possess a university degree in Food Chemistry, including the successful completion of the Second State Examination, and demonstrate extensive expertise in instrumental analytical procedures and regulatory compliance. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to public health safety, participate in specialized committees, and mentor aspiring food chemists within a public service framework, offering flexible working times and professional development.

Required Skills

Education

University Degree in Food Chemistry with successful completion of the Second State Examination; PhD desirable

Experience

  • Professional experience in leading testing procedures for food products (butter, fats, oils, delicatessen)
  • Experience in developing, validating, and verifying new analytical methods
  • Experience in the legal assessment of analytical results according to the German Food and Feed Code (LFGB)
  • Experience in leading and mentoring laboratory staff
  • Experience in creating test plans and coordinating investigation programs

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must be willing to work at the current Hagen location, with preparation for a future relocation to Holzwickede; Employment governed by the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD–VKA); Permanent contract.