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Archer Daniels Midland

With a BS, 10+ yrs of combined experience in industrial microbiology, bioprocess development, or related laboratory environments. * With an MS, 7+ yrs of combined experience in industrial ...

ADM

Senior Microbiologist - Decatur, IL

Decatur, IL · On-site

$90K - $144K/yr

With a PhD, 3+ yrs of combined experience in industrial microbiology, bioprocess development, or related laboratory environments.Demonstrated proficiency in molecular and analytical techniques ...

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Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

... in industrial applications, as well as in cell biology, preclinical imaging, clinical phenomics and proteomics research and clinical microbiology. Today, worldwide more than 11,000 employees are ...

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We are looking for a Microbiology Manager in Springfield, MO USA. Position Summary The Microbiology ... Collaborate with Technical, Quality, Procurement, and Industrial Performance teams on process ...

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Microbiology Manager

Springfield, MO · On-site

We are looking for a Microbiology Manager in Springfield, MO USA. Position Summary The Microbiology ... Collaborate with Technical, Quality, Procurement, and Industrial Performance teams on process ...

Scismic

Microbiology Manager

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We are looking for a Microbiology Manager in Springfield, MO USA. Position Summary The Microbiology ... Collaborate with Technical, Quality, Procurement, and Industrial Performance teams on process ...

Archer Daniels Midland

Experience with lab scale industrial microbiology research, including with aerobic or anaerobic fermentation of bacteria, yeast, or filamentous fungi * Familiarity with benchtop fermentation ...

Merck Group

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Cleveland, OH · On-site

$70K - $125K/yr

You will be the technical and commercial face of our microbiology quality control portfolio, helping customers solve real problems in food, beverage, industrial manufacturing, environmental ...

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An Industrial Microbiology job involves using microorganisms in industrial processes to produce food, pharmaceuticals, biofuels, and other products. Professionals in this field work in research, quality control, production, and regulatory compliance to ensure safe and efficient microbial applications. They may develop fermentation processes, test product safety, and optimize microbial strains for industrial use. This role is essential in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and food production industries.

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In Industrial Microbiology, your typical day may involve preparing and analyzing microbial cultures, conducting quality control tests, monitoring fermentation processes, and maintaining accurate laboratory records. You’ll often collaborate with production teams, engineers, and quality assurance staff to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements in microbial processes. Additionally, part of your responsibilities may include ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and participating in research and development projects to enhance product yields or process efficiency. This role offers a dynamic mix of hands-on lab work and cross-functional teamwork, making every day both challenging and rewarding.

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Senior Microbiologist - Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels Midland

On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Senior Microbiologist, Process Micro Team - Decatur, IL - Relocation Assistance Available
Research & Development
This is an exempt level role.
Position Summary
The Senior Microbiologist, Process Micro Team position requires an experienced and lab-focused individual to advance ADM's microbial process research and innovation capabilities. This role will emphasize laboratory experimentation, analytical method development, and data-driven insights to support process optimization and contamination control strategies across ADM's production network.
The successful candidate will apply deep expertise in microbiology, molecular biology, and instrumentation to generate actionable scientific data, lead R&D initiatives, and collaborate cross-functionally with colleagues in Research, Engineering, and Operations. This position will report to Jeanette Skaluba, R&D Director, Process Micro.
Job Responsibilities
  • Design, execute, and interpret laboratory experiments focused on microbial process understanding, optimization, and contamination control.
  • Develop and apply advanced analytical and molecular biology techniques (e.g., qPCR, sequencing, flow cytometry, spectroscopic and chromatographic methods) to characterize microbial systems.
  • Lead R&D projects and initiatives originating from the Process Micro team, coordinating timelines, resources, and communication across functional groups.
  • Support plant operations through data-driven insights and lab-based troubleshooting of process microbiology issues.
  • Collaborate with plant and research teams to translate laboratory findings into scalable process improvements and technology implementations.
  • Develop and maintain laboratory instrumentation methods and data analysis workflows to ensure high-quality, reproducible results.
  • Contribute to contamination control strategies and sanitary process design through experimental validation and risk-based approaches.
  • Communicate findings, recommendations, and technical reports to stakeholders across R&D and Operations.
  • Ability to travel to ADM locations approximately 15-20% of the time.
Education
  • BS degree or higher in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Bioprocess Engineering, Food Safety, or a related scientific discipline.
  • Advanced degree (MS or PhD) preferred.
Experience
  • With a BS, 10+ yrs of combined experience in industrial microbiology, bioprocess development, or related laboratory environments.
  • With an MS, 7+ yrs of combined experience in industrial microbiology, bioprocess development, or related laboratory environments.
  • With a PhD, 3+ yrs of combined experience in industrial microbiology, bioprocess development, or related laboratory environments.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in molecular and analytical techniques relevant to microbial process characterization.
  • Experience with experimental design, data analytics, and interpretation of complex biological datasets.
  • Proven ability to manage projects and deliver results in cross-functional settings.
Skills and Proficiencies
  • Strong technical expertise in microbiological and molecular analytical methods.
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools and software for biological and process data (e.g., statistical packages, visualization tools).
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse, multidisciplinary teams and contribute to ADM's innovation strategy through research excellence.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in laboratory and project execution.
Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. 
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