Food Chemist in the Department of Veterinary Affairs and Food Surveillance | Lebensmittelchemiker (m/w/d) im Referat 25 „Veterinärwesen und Lebensmittelüberwachung“

Sächsisches Staatsministerium des Innern

Leipzig, Sachsen, Deutschland
Published Aug 21, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is for a dedicated Food Chemist to join the Department of Veterinary Affairs and Food Surveillance in Leipzig or Dresden. The successful candidate will play a crucial part in ensuring food quality and safety across Saxony. Day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing food monitoring, ensuring compliance in the production of specialized alcoholic beverages (beers, wines), and participating in cross-departmental projects related to food chemistry, environment, and agriculture. The position also involves handling EU rapid alerts, contributing expertise to legal procedures, and supporting the training of future official control personnel. This is a permanent, full-time position in the public sector, offering a stable and impactful career path focused on consumer protection and public welfare.

Required Skills

Education

State-certified Food Chemist

Experience

  • Professional experience in food chemistry and food surveillance
  • Experience in applying decision-making and problem-solving techniques
  • Experience with various work techniques

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must possess a Class B driving license; high degree of assertiveness, self-discipline, and conflict resolution skills required; ability to work independently and manage external appointments.