Scientist II - Enzyme Assay Development - Decatur, IL

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 reviewsContribute 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 operationsDevelop, validate, and implement new biochemical assays using lab automation/ liquid-handling roboticsAct as subject matter expert for automated assay development in project teamsTrain colleagues and collaborators as assays are developed and transfer/validate assays across teams and locationsGenerate and analyze data accurately and in a timely mannerCommunicate research status updates to key stakeholders verbally and through written reports and presentationsWork 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 preferredExperience using, programming and maintaining liquid handling robots, particularly Beckman-Coulter Biomek platform instruments is requiredExperience with Bioanalytical instrumentation including UV-Vis, Thermo-Fisher Gallery Analyzer, YSI, etc. is a plusExperience in assay development, particularly for high-throughput applications or high-throughput screeningFamiliarity with enzyme kinetics or enzyme activity assaysExperience with statistical data analysis is a plusAbility to execute sophisticated scientific experiments and document resultsAbility to troubleshoot and solve problems in a team environmentEffective written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills and strong organizational skills are requiredBe 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. ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. REF:113113BR