The Fermentation team at ADM Research is dedicated to the development of fermentation processes in the areas of Human Nutrition, Animal Nutrition, and Sustainable Materials. The successful candidate will lead experimentation at the 7.5L scale for a range of processes aimed at producing ingredients such as proteins, amino acids, organic acids, hydrocolloids, and enzymes.
Requirements
- Demonstrate comprehensive subject-matter expertise and work under limited supervision.
- Develop projects targeting manufacture at larger scale and future growth opportunities for ADM.
- Provide ideation and technical input in evaluating new production strains across a range of products.
- Develop experiments to optimize rate, titer, and yield for fermentation processes using an understanding of microbial physiology, process development, and economic models.
- Design and lead the execution of fermentation experiments at the 7.5 L scale, including troubleshooting to resolve or mitigate issues.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts related to fermentation execution and laboratory safety.
- Develop and enhance fermentation protocols and create associated documentation, including SOPs and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
- Guide technical and equipment purchase decisions and support the technical development of colleagues.
