Microbiome & Hygiene Research Associate — San Diego

dsm-firmenich; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive pay

Retirement savings plan

Health care coverage

Paid time off

Recognition programs

Job summary

dsm-firmenich is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist, Microbiome & Hygiene in San Diego, CA. This role focuses on advancing the understanding of microbiome research through innovative solutions across health, hygiene, and beauty applications.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s or PhD in Microbiology, with hands-on lab experience in microbiological techniques and strong analytical skills. A competitive salary of $100,000–$110,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant academic or industry experience in microbiology or microbiome research.
• Experience with human microbiome samples and/or culture‑based microbial assays is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt in a fast‑paced research environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research projects on microbiome structure and function.
• Design and execute laboratory-based microbiology experiments.
• Support development and execution of microbiome assays.

Skills

Microbial culture

Aseptic techniques

Molecular biology methods

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Master’s or PhD degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or related field

Job description

dsm-firmenich is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist, Microbiome & Hygiene in San Diego, CA. This role focuses on advancing the understanding of microbiome research through innovative solutions across health, hygiene, and beauty applications.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s or PhD in Microbiology, with hands-on lab experience in microbiological techniques and strong analytical skills. A competitive salary of $100,000–$110,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package is offered.