Scientist I - Enzyme Assay and Screening - Decatur, IL

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archer daniels midlandDecatur (IL)

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Scientist I - Enzyme Assay and Screening - Decatur, ILADM has an opening for a Scientist I - Enzyme Assay and Screening, in the Process Chemistry and Catalysis Group at our Corporate Research Center located in Decatur, IL.

Position Summary: We are looking for a Scientist to assist in development and execution of enzyme assays and protein characterization. Experience with enzyme or protein characterization techniques and enzyme activity assays is essential. Projects will relate to new and ongoing product and process developments involving enzyme applications. Under the direction of a manager, project leader, or senior scientist, this role will interact with a broad range of functions, including production, engineering, other Research teams, and ADM suppliers.

Job Responsibilities:

Perform all job functions in accordance with safety guidelines, and ensure that lab technicians, contract employees, and others follow ADM laboratory standards
Generate data to support enzyme process development programs leading to advancement of product pipeline
Develop experimental plans with a lead scientist to accomplish project goals
Perform enzyme activity assays to support multiple research projects and product development
Generate and analyze data using scientific and statistical techniques
Communicate status updates on research activities verbally and through written reports and presentations
Maintain proper housekeeping
Use and maintain equipment according to experimental specifications and appropriate safety protocols
Work both independently and within a diverse team to support process and product development
Collaborate with internal colleagues, contractors, and suppliers and send clear, concise messages to share ideas, interpretations, and feedback
Participate in safety reviews with colleagues on a variety of projects
Skills and Proficiencies
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field
Experience with analytical instrumentation, especially UV-Vis is required.
Experience with enzyme activity assays or protein characterization methods such as SDS-PAGE, Bradford/BCA, or FPLC is highly desired.
Experience with liquid handling robots such as Hamilton, Beckman-Coulter, Agilent or Opentrons is a plus.
Ability to execute scientific experiments and document results in an ELN environment.
Knowledge of safe hazardous material handling and hazardous communication procedures
Experience using Microsoft Office software such as Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook
Ability to function independently while interacting with leadership, facility management, and contract employees
Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve in a team environment
Effective written and oral communication skills, strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to maintain confidential information
Able to safely lift and manipulate equipment up to 50 pounds and use hand or power tools as necessary.
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. ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. REF:113114BR

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