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    Scientist - Lenexa, United States - corbion

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    At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet.

    Corbion is seeking a strong Scientist and key member of the Ingredient Solutions team and the Functional Ingredients & Solutions business unit. The primary responsibilities of this role will be leading R&Ds enzyme characterization and biochemical analysis in addition to analytical evaluation of food ingredients.

    Responsibilities:

    • Play a key support role in enzyme biochemical analysis and research, help to build the enzyme analysis capabilities in RDA Lenexa lab.
    • Work as a team member in a cross-functional team environment to support enzyme-related projects.
    • Develop and implement enzyme analysis capabilities and procedures, provide technical insights and support to other RDA project teams, and help to strengthen RDA's enzyme science and technology competencies.
    • Support sales and Corbion customers for their needs in enzyme analysis, trouble-shooting, solution development, and trainings.
    • Scan industry and academia for new enzyme analysis techniques and proactively propose potential opportunities for their use within Corbion
    • Support the RDA team through analytical techniques regarding ingredient analysis and characterization to deliver both quality and cost effectiveness
    • Be flexible in taking additional tasks as needed to support company's business goals

    Key Accountabilities:

    • Competent in conducting all enzyme analysis, developing SOPs, and offering trainings.
    • Capable of leading enzyme related projects and working with cross-functional teams
    • Work and communicate effectively with all cross-functional team members. Help to promote RDA's culture of team delivery.
    • Be an active contributor in idea generation, root-cause analysis, and problem solving discussion.
    • Work with external resources (such as universities or suppliers) to leverage their resources in technology and new product development.
    • Offer support to different business functions (such as Sales, Technical Services, Marketing, Operations, etc.) on their needs for enzyme analysis and problem solving.
    • Give trainings/presentations to internal and external customers or at conference/trade shows/seminar/etc.
    • Be flexible in taking additional project/tasks as business needs
    • Proficient in self learning and enrichment to bring new knowledge and skills to the organization

    Requirements:

    • For this function, we are looking for a well-trained enzyme biochemist. An understanding of various enzymes and their baking applications will be a plus.
    • The person should be capable of conducting basic enzyme biochemical analysis, such as various enzyme activity assays, SDS-PAGE, HPLC, etc.
    • A BS, MS, or PhD degree in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or Food Science (or other equivalent discipline) with 5-7 years' experience in related research labs. A good background in enzyme chemistry or biochemistry is required.
    • Capable of executing a variety of benchtop analytical and instrumental techniques – HPLC, GC-MS, ICP, titrations, etc.
    • A customer focus, drive for results/can-do mentality is a must. Capable of building trusted relationship with customers and stakeholders.
    • Highly motivated self-starter/time-management, with the passion of driving for results.
    • Strong people skills are a must with open and clear communication skills. Capable of working effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
    • Good problem solving skills, capable of using tools in experimental design and statistical analysis
    • May need to travel overnight up to 20%

    About Corbion

    Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid and its derivatives, and a leading supplier of emulsifiers, functional enzyme blends, minerals, vitamins, and algae ingredients. We use our unique expertise in fermentation and other processes to deliver sustainable solutions for the preservation of food and food production, health, and our planet. For over 100 years, we have been uncompromising in our commitment to safety, quality, innovation and performance. Drawing on our deep application and product knowledge, we work side-by-side with customers to make our cutting-edge technologies work for them. Our solutions help differentiate products in markets such as food, home & personal care, animal nutrition, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and bioplastics. In 2023, Corbion generated annual sales of €1,443.8 million and had a workforce of 2,727 FTE. Corbion is listed on Euronext Amsterdam. For more information:

    Corbion is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace. All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an organization or any other non-merit factors.

    Corbion provides reasonable accommodation to applicants.

    EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

    Corbion does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. All candidates must be submitted by approved Corbion vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission by our Talent Acquisition team for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless such a request has been made by the Corbion Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the Corbion Talent Acquisition Team.


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