Scientist (I), Small Scale Fermentation – Decatur, IL

The Research Cell Engineering team is recruiting a motivated scientist to execute bench-scale fermentation experiments supporting critical biotechnology projects for ADM. This role is lab-focused and requires the setup, execution, and troubleshooting of fermentation experiments, including media preparation, vessel setup, and operations, inoculation, sampling, and cleanup.

Requirements

• MSc or BSc with 1-4 years of relevant experience in microbiology, fermentation science, or related field
• Experience with lab scale industrial microbiology research, including with aerobic or anaerobic fermentation of bacteria, yeast, or filamentous fungi
• Familiarity with benchtop fermentation equipment (Eppendorf Dasgip, Sartorius Ambr250, or similar) is preferred

Benefits

• 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