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Associate Scientist Molecular Biology and AutomationInternational Flavors & Fragrances • Palo Alto, CA, US
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Associate Scientist Molecular Biology and Automation

Associate Scientist Molecular Biology and Automation

International Flavors & Fragrances • Palo Alto, CA, US
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Job Description

IFF is hiring an Associate Scientist to join our Molecular & Microbiology R&D team in Palo Alto, CA.

At IFF Health & Biosciences, our R&D team develops microbial production strains (bacteria, yeast and filamentous fungi) and engineers enzymes for applications in the areas of food & beverages, biofuels, home & personal care, animal feed, paper & textile processing, and more. We have a strong focus on creating sustainable solutions on an industrial scale, and we are constantly evolving and innovating to offer competitive high-end products for our international customers.

For this position, we are looking for a self-motivated researcher with strong skills in Molecular Biology and programming. An interest in conducting DNA-based experiments and an ability to execute routine molecular biology tasks is required. Enthusiasm for teamwork and troubleshooting is also desired.

The work will involve one or more aspects of the following :

  • Molecular biology methods such as cloning, PCR, qPCR, gDNA extraction, DNA sequencing and microbial transformation
  • Automation
  • Analyzing and communicating experimental results
  • Staying current with relevant scientific and technical literature
  • Preparing and presenting technical reports, data summaries, protocols

Job Requirements

  • MS degree (or equivalent experience) in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics, Biology, Biotechnology or similar with 1-3 years of laboratory research.
  • Molecular biology experience
  • Python and / or R programming experience is required
  • Experience or strong interest in learning automation and high throughput methods
  • Hands-on mentality and strong affinity for lab work
  • Eagerness to continuously learn and investigate
  • Goal oriented with a self-starter can-do attitude
  • Teamworking mindset and ability to multitask
  • Good communication, presentation, and networking skills

    • We offer :

  • Position in global and local teams of creative and highly skilled scientists
  • The opportunity to contribute to products that touch every consumer
  • A dynamic work environment created by inclusive and multicultural team
  • The opportunity to grow professionally and to develop a career in Biotechnology that improves outcomes for people and the planet
  • Competitive salary and benefits

    • IFF recreated itself in February 2021 with acquisition of the renowned Palo Alto Genencor biotechnology center. This new company brings technical strengths in industrial biotechnology and chemical synthesis.

    We are a global leader in taste, scent and nutrition, and offer our customers a broad range of natural solutions to accelerate growth. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

    The salary range for this position is $77,300- $96,600

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