Scientist - Biotransformation

About the Role:

The Ingredient R&D Scientist will conduct hands-on research to support the development of novel food ingredients and bioactives produced through fermentation processes. The role will focus on downstream processing, recovery, and purification, helping to translate fermentation outputs into high-quality ingredient products. As part of the Biotransformation team, the scientist will design and execute experiments, analyze data, troubleshoot process challenges, and collaborate with colleagues to advance new product development and process improvement opportunities.

Accountabilities:

• Assist in the design and execution of experiments to support new product development and process research, ensuring accurate data collection and documentation.
• Support data analysis efforts, summarizing findings and contributing to reports for review by senior colleagues and project leaders.
• Maintain research equipment and ensure that experiments are conducted safely and in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Document all research activities and findings accurately, adhering to company standards for record-keeping and data integrity.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss project progress, share insights, and collaborate on problem-solving.
• Assist in preparing materials and data for presentations, supporting the communication of research outcomes within the team.

Skills / Experience:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Molecular Biology or similar, preferably with experience in the food and beverage, biotechnology or pharma industry
• Hands-on experience in downstream processing of fermentation broths, including broth treatment, clarification, cell removal, product recovery, concentration, and purification.
• Have a basic understanding and experience operating laboratory-scale bioreactors.
• Practical knowledge of downstream processing, protein and enzyme recovery, purification techniques in lab scale and scale-up activities.
• Familiarity with analytical methods for assessing yield, purity, concentration, viscosity, enzyme activity, and product quality.
• Interest in project management and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Able to convey straightforward technical and non-technical information to audiences that generally understand the subject matter. Communication is normally within the team and closely related teams.
• Primarily focuses on providing quality results and support to the team.
• Able to work independently while contributing to team objectives with some guidance from a competent professional or manager needed from time to time.

What we can offer you

Tate & Lyle complies with all local/state regulations requiring salary range transparency. When determining final compensation, we take into consideration: skillset, job scope, knowledge, prior experience, cost of living, market data, budget availability, and other factors as permitted by law.

The salary range for this position is: $57,000 - $84,000.

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverages
• Paid time off package, including vacation, sick time, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• 401K with company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Additional benefits at not cost to employee such as:  Lifestyle Spending Account, Identity Theft protection, Employee Assistance Program, telemedicine and more!

In addition to your Total Rewards, culture and ED&I are very important to Tate & Lyle.  We offer multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that support various communities.

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