Scientist– Microbiome/Microbial ecology/Microbiology

San Diego, CA, US

On-Site

$118,000-$145,000

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD Scientist with robust background in skin microbiome/microbiology research to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing our understanding of the microbiome and developing innovative solutions to address challenges in human health and beauty, and sustainable living.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead research projects focused on understanding the microbiome’s functional roles in human health and beauty to enable and deliver innovative solutions to our businesses.

• Identify and develop cutting edge capabilities and leverage them to design and execute in-vitro studies to build knowledge, gain new mechanistic understanding, develop innovative solutions, and/or enable novel claims.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate microbiome data with other omics and clinical data; develop and optimize assays for microbiome analysis, including bacteria culture, cell culture, flow cytometry, and advanced data analysis.

• Stay abreast of the latest developments in microbiome research and contribute to scientific publications and presentations.

• Provide technical guidance and support to team members.

• Help with general lab maintenance as needed; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, instrument maintenance.

  We bring

• Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards.

• Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments.

• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.

• Collaboration with experts in health, nutrition, and beauty to drive progress.

• Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions.

• Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.

  You bring

• Ph.D. in Microbiology/Microbial Ecology or in a closely related life science field.

• A robust scientific understanding of microbiomes & their interactions with hosts.

• Human microbiome (preferred skin) lab experience is required; proven track record of designing and executing complex experiments in microbiology. Experience in culture-based microbial assay development as well as molecular biology approaches (i.e. PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, sequencing). Experience in microbial strain and sample library building.

• Demonstrated ability to develop scientific hypotheses and design and execute proof of concept studies.

• Experience analyzing multi-omics data (metagenomic, meta-transcriptomic, metabolomic). Experience with R, Python, and cloud-based platforms is a plus.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets.

  dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

  As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.

  Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

  We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

  As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

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