Careers in TFTAK
Unlock Your Potential in Our Team
Join TFTAK, a leading food technology and product development company with a state-of-the-art lab. Work with a team of experts, innovating in food and fermentation technologies. Be part of impactful projects and advance your career in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
Open positions
Please have a look at the work and internship opportunities TFTAK currently offers
Application deadline
March 13, 2025
Fungal Bioprocesses Research Team
Group of Functional Foods and Beverages
Application deadline
March 16, 2025
Recruitment Process
Application collection
Initial screening
The recruitment team reviews the applications to identify candidates who meet the basic requirements. This may involve an online questionnaire to filter out unqualified applicants.
First round interviews
This round is typically 30 min long and focuses on assessing the candidate’s motivation, readiness to relocate (if not a local candidate) and overall fit for the position.
Second round interviews
Candidates who pass the first interview are invited for further interviews. These interviews are more in-depth and involve hiring manager and HR manager.
Skills assessement
Depending on the role, candidates may be asked to complete a home task to demonstrate their abilities.
Final meeting with the selected candidate
This is where the terms of employment are discussed
​​Selection criteria
We have crafted our selection principles with the vision that each new team member brings valuable expertise and unique personal talents, enriching our diversity and strengthening our organization. As a result, we proudly consider our greatest asset to be our inspiring and supportive people.
The specific expectations for the role are outlined in detail in the corresponding job advertisement. In addition to these role-based requirements, we assess candidates' suitability through three core categories. These include the skills and personal attributes crucial for excelling in the position and seamlessly integrating with our team.
Industry knowledge
Team fit
Personal skills
Educational background
Technical skills
Relevant work experience
Attention to detail
Problem solving skills
Communication skills
Analytical skills
Team oriented
Reliable
Empathetic
Adaptive
For Students
We welcome dedicated interns
Student, start your career as an intern at TFTAK​!​​
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Many of today’s top scientists have received their kick start with us. Some are now our valued colleagues, while others apply their scientific expertise at research institutions worldwide. If you're seeking an opportunity to conduct research for your thesis or if your study program includes experience in a biotechnology or food development laboratory, we invite you to explore internship opportunities with us.​
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A prerequisite for the internship is that the student is enrolled in a degree program and that their curriculum aligns with our field of research.
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Research at TFTAK involves complicated processes that take time to learn and master. Therefore, we prefer students who can commit to a minimum of a four-month internship.
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The internship is generally unpaid. However, if suitable vacancies are available, it is possible to establish a fixed-term employment in addition to the internship.
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To apply for an internship, please send your CV to internship@tftak.eu, including the name and location of your school and the study program you are enrolled in.
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​You can send internship requests even if we don't have any current vacancies. We will accept your application and inform you as soon a suitable supervisor becomes available.
Benefits
It's great to work at TFTAK
Your work has impact
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With science and smart technology, we are creating the innovation in biotechnology and food industry. Our modern office is conveniently located at the Technopol Science and Business Park in Tallinn.
You will have a bunch of supportive and inspiring colleagues to help you settle in and enjoy our active office life. In addition we are offering:
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Additional paid vacation days between Christmas and New Year
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Support for a healthy and active lifestyle: 100 euros per quarter
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Active office social life, common events
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Free parking, bicycle storage, fully-equipped shower rooms
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The usual: occupational healthcare, coffee, tea, fruits
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The opportunity to participate in sensory tests of innovative foods and exciting flavors
International Applicants
We will assist you
Welcome to Estonia!
Relocating to a new country can be stressful. We want to make your transition as smooth as possible. Here are some of the things we do to ensure our employees are off to a good start:
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We assist with the visa application process and subsequently with obtaining a residence permit (or Estonian ID Card in case of EU citizens).
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We are covering the transport and luggage costs from current location to Tallinn.
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To ensure the new employee has a permanent living place upon arrival in Tallinn, we will find a suitable rental apartment and facilitate the agreement process with the apartment owner.
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We provide guidance with taxes and social security.
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Practical things: local phone card, bank accounts, public transport, first shopping trip together and other necessary support that a person arriving in Estonia might need.
Our people are our greatest asset
"We value diverse expertise and unique talents, seeing our people as our greatest asset. Along with role-specific requirements, we assess candidates based on skills, personal attributes, and team fit."
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Annika Kaus
HR Manager