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Alternative Protein Scientist
Develops plant-based and fermentation-derived meat and dairy alternatives
£42k–£90k Climate-driven
What it involves
Formulates plant proteins, mycoprotein and precision-fermented ingredients that replicate the taste, texture and nutrition of animal products at commercial scale.
Skills & knowledge needed
Food scienceFermentation technologySensory scienceFormulationScale-up engineering
Why it's emerging now
Climate and health concerns are driving major investment into food that doesn't require animal agriculture.
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