and ideas by applying Real Science to a Trusted Process , yielding Proven Success. MDG works each and every day to supply products that work to Feed, Clean and Save the world. Position Summary: MDG is currently looking for a highly motivated scientist to become a member of our Process Development team.
The individual must be goal-oriented, forward-thinking and self-motivated with a strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other teams. The candidate must possess a strong foundation in complex research and experimentation procedures involving microbial growth optimization, process development and fermentation. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience
and must have a strong foundation in microbiology, molecular biology, and/or computational biology. This is predominantly a lab-based role focusing on fundamental research to better understand the biology of our Bacillus and other microbial organisms.
Primary Job Responsibilities/Duties Develop new or improve existing culture medium for microbial strains. · Research, develop, evaluate and implement detailed experimental projects within area of responsibility. · Analyze data, draw conclusions, present project results and make recommendations to management team. Develop new or improve existing fermentation process parameters, such as, fed-batch or other related feeding strategies. Develop
strategies to improve the overall reliability and productivity of fermentation processes at MDG.
Collaborate with production, process development and QC teams to identify problems or opportunities for continuous improvements. · Independently selects techniques and procedures to solve problems within area of responsibility. · Assists in managing the daily workflow of the laboratory. · Handle and protect confidential and sensitive data with integrity. · Perform related work and other duties, as assigned. Minimum Job Qualifications/Requirements · Bachelor’s degree or higher in a science related field or equivalent professional experience. · Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
· Functional and applied knowledge involving laboratory techniques or other specialized knowledge is desired. Preferred Relevant Job Experience · Applied and functional knowledge of specialized skillsets such as; high throughput screening methods, scale-up processes, fed-batch and batch fermentation. · Experience with LC-MS and flow cytometry preferred, but not required. · Previous experience and safety knowledge working with a range of microbial organisms.
Specialized Job/Technical Knowledge: · Knowledge of effective and safe laboratory and experimental procedures. · Knowledge of the proper use and preparation of culture media, chemicals, and reagents. · Knowledge of microbiology techniques, terminology, equipment and supplies. · Requires strong analytical ability to handle data and results. · Requires high problem solving and critical thinking skills. Non-Technical Skills and Abilities: · Champion of our cultural values. · Excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Excellent interpersonal/human relations skills.
· Ability to follow oral and written instructions effectively. · Ability to maintain records accurately. · Ability to complete projects within specified timelines. · Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. · Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision. · Ability to operate a personal computer with capabilities to utilize Microsoft Office and Outlook. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Franklin, WI 53132: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person Powered by Jazz HR
and ideas by applying Real Science to a Trusted Process , yielding Proven Success. MDG works each and every day to supply products that work to Feed, Clean and Save the world. Position Summary: MDG is currently looking for a highly motivated scientist to become a member of our Fermentation Research and Development team.
The individual must be goal-oriented, forward-thinking and self-motivated with a strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other teams. The candidate must possess a strong foundation in optimizing and developing scale-up fermentation processes with specific knowledge of fed-batch strategies or related technologies. The ideal candidate must have
a strong foundation in microbiology, molecular biology, and/or computational biology. This is predominantly a lab-based role focusing on fundamental research to better understand the biology of our Bacillus and other microbial organisms.
Primary Job Responsibilities/Duties Develop new or improve existing culture medium for microbial strains. Develop new or improve existing fermentation process parameters, such as, fed-batch or other related feeding strategies. Develop strategies to improve the overall reliability and productivity of fermentation processes at MDG. Collaborate with production, process development and QC teams to identify problems or opportunities for continuous improvements.
Independently selects techniques and procedures to solve problems within area of responsibility.
Develop, evaluate and implement detailed experimental projects within area of responsibility. Analyze data, draw conclusions, present project results and make recommendations to management team. Assists in managing the daily workflow of the laboratory. Handle and protect confidential and sensitive data with integrity. Perform related work and other duties, as assigned. Minimum Job Qualifications/Requirements Bachelor’s degree in science or related field or equivalent professional experience. Minimum of 1-3 years of relevant experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Functional and applied knowledge involving laboratory techniques or other specialized knowledge is desired. Preferred Relevant Job Experience Applied and functional knowledge of specialized skillsets such as; high throughput screening methods, scale-up processes, fed-batch and batch fermentation. Experience with LC-MS and flow cytometry preferred, but not required. Previous experience and safety knowledge working with a range of microbial organisms. Specialized Job/Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of effective and safe laboratory and experimental procedures.
Knowledge of the proper use and preparation of culture media, chemicals, and reagents. Knowledge of microbiology techniques, terminology, equipment and supplies. Requires strong analytical ability to handle data and results. Requires high problem solving and critical thinking skills. Non-Technical Skills and Abilities: Champion of our cultural values. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal/human relations skills. Ability to follow oral and written instructions effectively. Ability to maintain records accurately.
Ability to complete projects within specified timelines. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision. Ability to operate a personal computer with capabilities to utilize Microsoft Office and Outlook. Quality and Food Safety: Work closely with Quality Control (QC) Department to assure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Compliance with maintaining facility cleanliness Responsible for accurate documentation on all records. Information: To learn more about MDG, please visit our website: If you do not complete the following application instructions, you will not be consideredTo apply for a position, please click the " apply" button below and follow instructions to apply through Indeed.
We also ask all applicants to take the CULTURE INDEX, as it helps with the process of matching great people for each position available within our company (copy & paste link below): go. apply. ci/s/6CE2E60000By taking this simple survey, it allows us to keep in touch with you as the company grows and new opportunities arise. If you do not happen to be a good fit for the position you applied for, we have hired some amazing people who ended up a better fit for a different position.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Work Location: In person Powered by Jazz HR
