Evansville, IN · On-site
$93K - $119K/yr
The first 1,000 days of life are a crucial period for neurocognitive, immune, and microbiome development, with lifelong implications, and human milk plays a central role in these processes. This role ...
Evansville, IN · On-site
$93K - $119K/yr
The first 1,000 days of life are a crucial period for neurocognitive, immune, and microbiome development, with lifelong implications, and human milk plays a central role in these processes. This role ...
Evansville, IN · On-site
$93K - $119K/yr
The first 1,000 days of life are a crucial period for neurocognitive, immune, and microbiome development, with lifelong implications, and human milk plays a central role in these processes. This role ...
Evansville, IN · On-site
$93K - $119K/yr
The first 1,000 days of life are a crucial period for neurocognitive, immune, and microbiome development, with lifelong implications, and human milk plays a central role in these processes. This role ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to ...
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A microbiome job involves studying microbial communities that inhabit environments such as the human body, soil, or water. Professionals in this field analyze how these microorganisms interact, influence health, and impact ecosystems. Roles may include research scientists, bioinformaticians, or clinical microbiologists working in academia, healthcare, or biotechnology. Responsibilities often involve conducting experiments, sequencing microbial DNA, and interpreting data to develop applications in medicine, agriculture, or environmental science.
Professionals in the microbiome field often start as research associates, lab technicians, or junior scientists and can advance to lead scientist, project manager, or principal investigator roles over time. Opportunities for advancement may also include transitioning into regulatory affairs, clinical development, or business development within biotech, pharmaceutical, or academic organizations. Many organizations encourage further specialization in areas like data science, immunology, or product development, and provide support for conference participation and publication of research. Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams is common and helps broaden professional networks and skillsets. Overall, the field is rapidly evolving, offering ample opportunities for growth, innovation, and meaningful contributions to human and environmental health.
To excel in a microbiome scientist or researcher role, a strong background in microbiology, bioinformatics, and molecular biology—typically supported by an advanced degree such as a PhD or MSc—is required. Familiarity with technical tools like next-generation sequencing (NGS) platforms, metagenomic data analysis software, and statistical programming languages (e.g., R or Python) is essential. Critical thinking, attention to detail, and excellent collaboration and communication skills elevate performance in team-based research environments. These competencies are vital for advancing scientific understanding, troubleshooting experiments, and translating findings into impactful applications.
$93K - $119K/yr
Other
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 24 days ago
8.7
Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Human milk is a highly complex and dynamic biological system, and understanding its role in early-life health is a critical scientific priority. Mead Johnson Nutrition is seeking a Senior Scientist to join its Human Milk Preclinical Research team in Evansville, Indiana, to advance discovery science exploring how human milk shapes infant health outcomes. The first 1,000 days of life are a crucial period for neurocognitive, immune, and microbiome development, with lifelong implications, and human milk plays a central role in these processes. This role calls for deep expertise in milk biology and nutrition, along with proficiency in modern research tools and a passion for hypothesis-driven science. The successful candidate will design innovative studies, collaborate with leading academic and R&D partners, and translate scientific insights into real-world nutritional solutions that can impact global health across the lifespan.
This role is not currently sponsoring visas or considering international movement at this time.
Commercial Awareness, Collaborator, Product Lifecycle Management, Regulatory, Ability to challenge the status quo, Propose improvement, Accountability, Adaptability, Business Strategy, Objective Setting, Consumer Needs, Change Leadership, Task Execution Under Pressure, Business Partnership, Collaboration, Partnership building.
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