About Us

AB Enzymes, as a subsidiary of Associated British Foods, is a leading company in the innovation and production of enzymes worldwide. Operating in the biotechnology industry we are an important partner for customers in the application of food, animal feed and industrial enzymes. With our expertise in the global enzymes business, we help our customers to make their industrial processes more sustainable, environmentally friendly and efficient. Product excellence and innovation are among our key strengths while our passion for science and customer-focused solutions is what drives us.

Our global headquarters are in Darmstadt, Germany with offices and lab spaces. We closely cooperate with our partnering business ROAL Oy in Finland (located north of Helsinki) where our enzymes are being produced and researched. We are striving to leverage our strong growth prospects, state-of-the-art R&D, flat structure, and a thriving and employee-focused culture to bring on board talents who are motivated to contribute to our collective success, develop themselves, and want to make a real difference. For more information visit our website www.abenzymes.com.

The Role

As Senior Research Scientist Downstream Processing, you will be part of an exciting international R&D and business environment and contributing to the growth of our business by strengthening the development of enzyme production processes in the sector of downstream processing. By closing the gap between Downstream processing and Formulation you will contribute to a technically mature and solid process development and transfer from R&D to our Manufacturing site. Process technology is a key competence at AB Enzymes/ R&D and you will be further strengthen this important DSP expertise.

You will:

• Independently plan, execute and evaluate laboratory scale DSP experiments and help to further shape the discipline and process technology organization
• Be a direct contributor to DSP and Formulation strategy
• Take  care of good laboratory and safety practices
• Scout for key developments/innovations in the DSP/Formulation space and advise R&D leaders in DSP and formulation on (new) technologies
• Combine the lab-bench with actively coaching members of the team
• Report and present results towards line manager, R&D team members and project teams
• Search for IP opportunities in the field of downstream processing, drying and formulation
• Work in close cooperation with global R&D teams in Germany and Finland

About You

• PhD, Master or Diploma in the field of Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or Natural Sciences
• Several years of work experience in the field of downstream processing/protein purification (including filtration and membrane separation technologies), preferably in the area of industrial enzymes
• Deep knowledge in protein solubility and stability behaviour
• Experience in liquid and dry product formulation (spray drying/granulation)
• Passion for both science and the application thereof to develop new innovative DSP solutions
• Results focused, well-organised personality
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English (German or Finnish is a Plus)

Why Us

• An opportunity in an exciting and growing industry with business development prospects which are based on a future proof & sustainable technology
• An international working environment with the chance to further develop yourself personally and professionally
• A challenging and multifaceted employment opportunity with long-term perspective in a fast-growing leading company in the enzyme industry
• A progressive, team-oriented management which supports you through open communication and accessibility
• A modern, creative and innovative company that achieves success through its people
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• You will find a collaborative and open-minded culture, flat hierarchies and a ‘people first’ attitude
• Future career opportunities through our ABF network
• The possibility to mobile working

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity.

If you are interested in this position, we look forward to receiving your application together with your salary expectations.