Job DescriptionScientist II - Enzyme Assay Development - Decatur, ILThis is a full time, exempt position.
ADM has an opening for a Scientist II - Enzyme Assay Automation, in the Process Chemistry & Catalysis Group at our Corporate Research Center located in Decatur, IL.
Position summaryThe Enzyme Process Chemistry (EPC) group at ADM harnesses the power of enzymes to transform biological feedstocks into commercial products. Enzyme activity assays are at the heart of our research, linking fermentations with performance in commercial processes, which allow ADM to build innovative and sustainable new processes. We are seeking a scientist with experience in lab automation, particularly with high throughput enzyme activity screening.
Under the direction of a manager, project leader, or senior scientist, this team member will collaborate with a broad range of functions, including Strain Engineering, Fermentation, Analytical, Research IT, subject matter experts, production and ADM suppliers.
Key Responsibilities- Perform all job functions in accordance with safety guidelines and ADM laboratory standards and participate in regular safety reviews
- Contribute to the development of our high-throughput enzyme assay platform, perform and troubleshoot routine assays, generate data to support fermentation, process development and support production plant operations
- Develop, validate, and implement new biochemical assays using lab automation/ liquid-handling robotics
- Act as subject matter expert for automated assay development in project teams
- Train colleagues and collaborators as assays are developed and transfer/validate assays across teams and locations
- Generate and analyze data accurately and in a timely manner
- Communicate research status updates to key stakeholders verbally and through written reports and presentations
- Work both independently and within a diverse team to support process and product development
Requirements and Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, Microbiology or Cell Biology with relevant experience is required; Master's degree is preferred
- Experience using, programming and maintaining liquid handling robots, particularly Beckman-Coulter Biomek platform instruments is required
- Experience with Bioanalytical instrumentation including UV-Vis, Thermo-Fisher Gallery Analyzer, YSI, etc. is a plus
- Experience in assay development, particularly for high-throughput applications or high-throughput screening
- Familiarity with enzyme kinetics or enzyme activity assays
- Experience with statistical data analysis is a plus
- Ability to execute sophisticated scientific experiments and document results
- Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems in a team environment
- Effective written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills and strong organizational skills are required
- Be goal-focused in a performance-based environment
Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
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Benefits and Perks Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
- Physical wellness - medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
- Financial wellness - flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
- Mental and social wellness - Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include:
- Paid time off including paid holidays.
- Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
