RD Research Associate

Benefits

Qualifications

• •Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, or related field, with 2+ years of experience in similar fields, or
• •Master’s degree in the above fields, with 1+ years of experience
• •This position is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing
• •Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time
• •Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights;
• •Ability to work in confined spaces
• •Ability to work in a variety of temperatures and potential inclement weather
• •Ability to withstand extended periods of walking and standing
• •Ability to move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 50 pounds or more, which requires bending and lifting
• •Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as is compliant with policies and procedures
• •Ability to work in fast-paced lab environments
• •Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• •Proficiency with spreadsheet and word-processing software (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• •Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• •Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet strict monthly deadlines
• •This position is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing
• •Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time
• •Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights;
• •Ability to work in confined spaces
• •Ability to work in a variety of temperatures and potential inclement weather
• •Ability to withstand extended periods of walking and standing
• •Ability to move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 50 pounds or more, which requires bending and lifting
• •Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as is compliant with policies and procedures
• •Typical office equipment: PC, printer/scanner
• •Centrifuge, Beakers, Reactors, PH meters and other lab equipment
• •There may be extended periods of sitting or standing at a computer screen or counter
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Responsibilities

• •Perform basic biotechnology experiments and collect and record/ document research data in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• •Plan, manage, execute plant protein research from bench to pilot scale following established procedures and protocols
• •Develop novel extraction techniques for plant proteins extraction
• •Active collaboration with product development, process engineering, and analytics to ensure the timely deliverables
• •Apply learning from patent landscape and public research to short, mid and long term in-house and external partner collaborative projects
• •Coordinate with scientists & senior scientists in generating innovative methods of plant proteins isolation and characterization process, and convert them into successful experimental plan and execution
• •Operating equipment’s to characterize proximate and functionality of a variety of plant protein sources
• •Data visualization and statistical analysis of experimental results as well as interpreting and communicating the finding of R&D team to the business unit
• •Proactively approaches job duties and potential problems
• •Detail oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills
• •Time split between pilot plant, office and lab environments
• •Interacts closely with personnel in other departments and Company locations
• •Interacts closely with middle and senior management personnel
• •Extensions of regular working hours are occasionally necessary to complete time-sensitive projects or to respond to emergencies
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