Scientist – Analytical Chemist

Lesaffre Iberica SA; France; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in microbial research is seeking a Junior Scientist to join their Analytical Science & Discovery team in France. The role involves collaborating with senior scientists on R&D projects, designing experiments, and managing data. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree related to life sciences, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively. You will contribute to innovative solutions in microbial applications while supporting the overall research strategy. Join a dynamic environment committed to scientific excellence.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in life sciences or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with laboratory techniques is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan experiments in collaboration with the senior scientist.
• Manage research data using an electronic laboratory notebook.
• Present results and participate in project alignment.

Skills

Experience in experimental design

Data analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Lesaffre Institute for Science and technology (LIST) aims to reveal the potential of microorganisms for a sustainable future. With our 170 years of expertise in microorganisms, LIST has the capacity to identify, breed, collect, develop, and exploit strains with high potential, as well as to enrich the knowledge of their effects on human, animal and plant health.

The Analytical Science & Discovery team is looking for a Junior Scientist.

In collaboration and support with the Senior Scientist, you contribute to the success of R&D projects through the definition and management of project-oriented physicochemical characterization to enhance development of new processes and new products in different application fields.

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the senior scientist and analytical platform, you design and plan the experiments, apply the strategy by coordinating technicians or research associates. You are responsible for data relevance according to project needs and goals. You will be responsible for checking, aggregating data and results and summarizing in a project-specific context.
• Challenge analysis requests (type and deadline), check the alignment of the different stakeholders, identify risks, alert and mitigate them.
• Respect deadlines, demonstrate scientific initiative by revising and adapting analytical plans based on the results.
• Organize and manage research data using an electronic laboratory notebook.
• Present the results, report on your activity, and participate in the alignment of laboratory activities and project needs.
• Communicate about deliverables and outcomes to technical team.
• Depending on project needs and resource availability, you might carry out experiments or method development in collaboration with technical team.
• As a scientist, participate in technological scouting to anticipate future needs for projects.
• Participate in the proper functioning of the department by establishing solid working relationships: contribution to the sharing of information, to the culture of communication within the team and with all stakeholders.