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ADM lists this Scientist II - Enzyme Assay Development - Decatur, IL opportunity in decatur, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
This 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 Summary
The 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
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
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Worksite address
decatur, IL, 62523, US
Who can apply
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