Research And Development
Innovation has been at the heart of our company since its beginning
Within Nestlé R&D, we’re committed to developing innovative products and services that unlock the power of food and enhance quality of life for people and pets across all their life stages and around the world.
The 4,100 employees working in our R&D function worldwide – from scientists and engineers to regulatory experts and culinary chefs – are key to our success. They help drive our growth through breakthrough research that is translated into new purposeful innovation.
Work at one of our global R&D sites
By joining us, you could be working on developing the next generation of tasty, nutritious, affordable and sustainable foods and beverages, cutting-edge machine systems, alternative packaging solutions or developing new analytical tools to ensure food safety. Providing technical support for Nestlé factories worldwide is a vital part of our role, too.
At Nestlé, we encourage our employees to explore breakthrough ideas, by pushing the boundaries of science to create innovative solutions that meet consumer preferences and needs around the world.
We also support young people through apprenticeships and internships, and we fund PhD students and post-doctoral work in different areas of food science and technology.
Unlock your potential in our R&D Accelerator
You can also apply for an open challenge in our R&D Accelerator, a global community of curious, open-minded people with a shared vision to bring meaningful impact to the world's food and nutrition systems. By unleashing the potential of individuals and startups, the Accelerator empowers you to bring ideas to life and catalyze transformative change always with a win-win partnership in mind.
We look for
Friendly, respectful and inspiring people who care about innovating solutions for people and pets whose lives we touch every day with our products.
You have a background in a key R&D-related discipline – everything from product development, nutrition and health, science and technology, and culinary through to regulatory or legal – and are motivated to drive innovation with an entrepreneurial mindset.
Fundamental research at Nestlé
Nestlé Research plays a key role in Nestlé’s global R&D organization by conducting fundamental research, while accelerating the transformation of discoveries into groundbreaking innovations. Always in the spotlight: Addressing consumer trends and global challenges.
Discover Nestlé Research’s areas of expertise through our video: We are Nestlé Research, we #Breakthrough Together!
Nestlé’s researchers bring the ideas of visionaries and creators to life, drawing inspiration from global diversity and working alongside exceptional experts. The inclusive, flexible work environment and modern facilities make our professional life enjoyable and stimulating. Join us to reach new heights and grow personally and professionally.
I enjoy being a product developer in Nestlé R&D because the environment gives me the freedom to create and explore. The people here have an open mindset in terms of trying new things and I’m empowered to make decisions and act – to deliver safe, high quality and sustainable products. Our function is full of amazing people and resources that I can easily access, to support my personal and professional development.
