Small-Scale Fermentation Scientist, Proteins - Lab

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ADM Research & Development in Decatur, IL seeks a Scientist (I) for Small Scale Fermentation - Proteins to execute bench-scale fermentation experiments and support early bioprocess development. You will work with multiple groups including strain engineering, analytics, enzyme assays, and process development to provide feedback on strain performance and physiology.

The role focuses on lab-based operations, maintaining equipment, and contributing to SOPs, safety, and continuous improvement while

Qualifications

• MSc or BSc with 1–4 years in microbiology or fermentation.
• Experience with lab-scale industrial microbiology research.
• Familiarity with benchtop fermentation equipment; fed-batch preferred.
• Strong safety mindset; adherence to lab safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Execute bench-scale fermentation experiments with bench-scale fermenters, including media prep, vessel setup, inoculation, sampling, and cleanup; organize data.
• Prepare fermentation samples for analysis.
• Maintain fermentation and analytical equipment and keep a clean workspace.
• Develop fermentation protocols and create SOPs and JSAs.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of fermentation processes and lab capabilities.
• Maintain electronic lab notebook documentation.
• Occasional weekend or evening work may be required.
• Must safely lift 50 lbs.

Skills

self-motivated & rigorous curiosity

Education

MSc or BSc in microbiology/fermentation

Tools

Benchtop fermentation equipment

Job description

ADM Research & Development in Decatur, IL seeks a Scientist (I) for Small Scale Fermentation - Proteins to execute bench-scale fermentation experiments and support early bioprocess development. You will work with multiple groups including strain engineering, analytics, enzyme assays, and process development to provide feedback on strain performance and physiology.

The role focuses on lab-based operations, maintaining equipment, and contributing to SOPs, safety, and continuous improvement while