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Scientist Enzyme Technology (m/f/d) (636) Requisition ID 636 -Posted 09/07/2026 - Germany - Full Time AB Enzymes, as a subsidiary of Associated British Foods, is a leading company in the innovation ...

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What is an enzyme?

Enzymes are biological molecules, typically proteins, that act as catalysts in living organisms. They speed up chemical reactions that are essential for life, such as digestion, energy production, and DNA replication. Each enzyme is specific to a particular reaction or type of reaction, ensuring that the body's processes occur efficiently and at the right time. Without enzymes, most biochemical reactions would occur too slowly to sustain life.

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Enzyme researchers often encounter challenges such as optimizing experimental conditions for enzyme assays, dealing with enzyme instability or degradation, and ensuring reproducibility of results. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams—such as chemists, biologists, and bioinformaticians—is common to address these challenges. Adapting to rapidly evolving techniques and technologies in enzyme engineering and analysis is also important for career growth in this field.

What is the difference between Enzyme vs Biochemist?

AspectEnzymeBiochemist
Required CredentialsTypically a degree in biochemistry, chemistry, or related fieldUsually a master's or Ph.D. in biochemistry, molecular biology, or related disciplines
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research facilities, biotech companiesResearch labs, pharmaceutical companies, academic institutions
Industry UsageFocuses on enzyme activity, engineering, and applicationsStudies biological processes, including enzymes, proteins, and genetics

Enzymes are specialized proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions, often studied or engineered by biochemists. While enzymes are the subject of biochemist research, an enzyme is a specific biological molecule, whereas a biochemist is a professional conducting research or development in the field of biochemistry.

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Scientist Enzyme Technology

AB Enzymes, Inc.

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Career Opportunities: Scientist Enzyme Technology (m/f/d) (636)

Requisition ID636-Posted09/07/2026-Germany-Full Time

AB Enzymes, as a subsidiary of Associated British Foods, is a leading company in the innovation and production of enzymes worldwide. Operating in the biotechnology industry we are an important partner for customers in the application offood, animal feed and industrial enzymes.With our expertise in the global enzymes business, we help our customers to make their industrial processes moresustainable, environmentally friendly and efficient.Product excellence and innovation are among our key strengths while our passion for science and customer-focused solutions is what drives us.

Our global headquarters are in Darmstadt, Germany with offices and lab spaces. Our manufacturing site is located in Finland (north of Helsinki) where our enzymes are being produced and researched. We are striving to leverage our stronggrowth prospects, state-of-the-art R&D, flat structure, and a thriving and employee-focused cultureto bring on board talents who are motivated to contribute to our collective success, develop themselves, and want to make a real difference. For more information visit our website www.abenzymes.com.

The Role (12-month fixed term contract)

As Scientist Enzyme Technology, you will be part of an exciting international R&D and business environment, working with cutting edge technologies and a broad portfolio of diverse projects. This is a bench-scientist position focused on enzyme characterization.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Join our team of dedicated and skilled experts and work together towards determining protein structure-function relationships with a particular focus on application performance
  • Biochemically characterize a large variety of enzymes using a broad spectrum of analytical techniques
  • Develop new enzymatic assays to do so – from application-relevant assay to high-throughput screening
  • Work in project teams, in which you take ownership for the work that you plan and carry out
  • Document, report and present your experimental results
  • You will work in an interdisciplinary manner within the Protein Chemistry Germany team, which is part of the global Enzyme Technology team, as well as with broader R&D and Application development teams located in Germany and in Finland
About You
  • A scientific education and degree (Bachelor or Master) or multiple years of working experience
  • Experience with high-throughput screening and using automated and complex equipment is a plus
  • A good understanding of enzymes in industrial applications is a plus
  • A hands-on attitude combined with a drive for results; you are a true team player
  • The continuous desire to learn and develop new skills as well as the flexibility and interest to work on enzymes for various applications
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and capabilities (fluent in English; written and spoken. German and Finish is a plus)

This is a full-time position with a 12-month fixed term contract due to a parental leave.

Why Us
  • An opportunity in an exciting and growing industry with business development prospects which are based on a future proof & sustainable technology
  • An international working environment with the chance to further develop yourself personally and professionally
  • A challenging and multifaceted employment opportunity with long-term perspective in a fast-growing leading company in the enzyme industry
  • A progressive, team-oriented management which supports you through open communication and accessibility
  • A modern, creative and innovative company that achieves success through its people
  • You will find a collaborative and open-minded culture, flat hierarchies and a ‘people first’ attitude
  • Future career opportunities through our ABF network
  • The possibility to mobile working

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity.

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