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Research Scientist II

Ames, IA💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-09 → 2026-09-29

Core

Design, execute, and manage industrial fermentation research projects to optimize processes for bio-based products and food applications.

Role type

Research Scientist II (Industrial Fermentation & Bioprocessing)

Builds

Industrial fermentation research projects and optimized bioprocessing methods

Domain

Agriculture, Food Science, Industrial Fermentation

Required skills

industrial fermentation, analytical chemistry, laboratory operations, microbiological testing, HPLC method development, data analysis, process optimization

Preferred skills

advanced degree in Microbiology/Food Science/Biochemistry, bench-scale or pilot-scale bioreactor operation, HPLC troubleshooting, microbiological techniques, technical report writing

Technologies

HPLC, bioreactors, fermentation systems

Responsibilities

Lead design and execution of industrial fermentation research projects; Perform microbiological and analytical testing of fermentation products; Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods; Analyze research data to recommend process improvements; Collaborate with engineering and multidisciplinary teams; Provide technical guidance and training to student employees

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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