Analytical Chemist - Decatur, IL
$60K - $92K/yr
Experience with the analysis of food, animal feed, natural products, organic synthesis, or fermentation systems is preferred. Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed?
$60K - $92K/yr
Experience with the analysis of food, animal feed, natural products, organic synthesis, or fermentation systems is preferred. Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed?
$60K - $92K/yr
Experience with the analysis of food, animal feed, natural products, organic synthesis, or fermentation systems is preferred. Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed?
Decatur, IL · On-site
$60K - $92K/yr
Experience with food, feed, fermentation, or agricultural matrices. * Interest in continued growth in chemometrics, spectroscopy, or advanced analytics. Excited about this role but don't think you ...
Decatur, IL · On-site
$60K - $92K/yr
Experience with food, feed, fermentation, or agricultural matrices. * Interest in continued growth in chemometrics, spectroscopy, or advanced analytics. Excited about this role but don't think you ...
Understanding of the fermentation processes used in the Plant Health industry is desired.Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills required.Available to travel up to 50%.Experience working ...
Understanding of the fermentation processes used in the Plant Health industry is desired.Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills required.Available to travel up to 50%.Experience working ...
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To thrive in Fermentation, you need a solid background in microbiology, biochemistry, and process engineering, often supported by a relevant science degree or technical training. Familiarity with bioreactor operation, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certification is highly beneficial. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication skills set top performers apart. These competencies are crucial for optimizing fermentation processes, ensuring product quality, and maintaining compliance in fast-paced production or research environments.
A typical day for a fermentation professional often involves monitoring and adjusting fermentation processes, preparing culture media, collecting and analyzing samples, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. You may work closely with quality assurance teams, production staff, and R&D scientists to troubleshoot issues and improve yields. The work environment can range from laboratory settings to industrial production facilities, and you may need to follow strict protocols and documentation practices. Collaboration and adaptability are key, as priorities can shift based on production schedules or unexpected process changes.
A fermentation job involves overseeing and managing the process of microbial or enzymatic conversion of substrates into desired products, such as food, beverages, biofuels, or pharmaceuticals. Professionals in this field may work in breweries, biotech firms, or food production facilities, ensuring that fermentation conditions are optimized for efficiency and quality. Responsibilities often include monitoring fermentation parameters, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining production standards.

$60K - $92K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
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1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Chicago, IL, US