Research Associate Microbial Fermentation – at Novonesis, Apply Now!
Looking for a dynamic career in industrial microbiology? Novonesis is hiring a Research Associate II in Microbial Fermentation & Recovery Development in Raleigh-Durham, NC. If you’re passionate about biosolutions, fermentation technologies, and contributing to innovations that tackle global challenges, this role offers an exciting opportunity to work hands-on with bacteria, fungi, and yeast. Join a global team that transforms biology into real-world impact.
Location: RTP site in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina
Application Deadline: 8 August 2025
Expected Salary Range: $60,000 – $80,000 USD
About Novozymes
In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. With more than a century of experience, we are dedicated to impacting the future through biosolutions. Join us in our mission to better the world with biology.
Welcome to Development and Optimization of Microbes
We are part of a global organization in Novonesis that focuses on developing and optimizing microbe products, processes, and technologies for various industries. Join our diverse team of scientists and researchers to contribute to the development of new biosolutions.
Responsibilities as Research Associate:
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Working within an agile team of other scientists and researchers to design and execute experiments, analyze data, and deliver clear and concise results to project teams and other key stakeholders.
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Being responsible for operating several lab- and pilot-scale fermenters at a time that includes preparing media, tank setup, inoculation, monitoring, sampling, performing analytics, and documenting results in ELNs.
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Bringing your passion and excitement for hands-on experimental work that helps drive a better fundamental understanding of biological systems.
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Cross-training and having an interest in learning new skills, including new areas of fermentation, recovery, and even downstream processing, as part of your individual development as Research Associate.
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Performing job duties in a safe, clean, and organized manner that adheres to company policies and regulations.
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Following, writing, and updating standard operating procedures, and learning equipment-specific software.
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Maintaining laboratory equipment in good working order and troubleshooting issues as they arise, independently finding solutions when possible and escalating appropriately when not.
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Leveraging AI and ML techniques to facilitate experimental planning and execution (e.g., DOE, analysis, reporting, etc.).
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Being proactive and seeing challenges as opportunities to take responsibility as Research Associate.
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Being empowered to rethink existing processes and encourage teammates to do the same.
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Performing related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
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A BS or MS degree in Chemical or Bioprocess Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field.
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Hands-on experience with fermentation equipment operation and troubleshooting.
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Hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as microscopy, cell enumeration, spectroscopy, etc as Research Associate.
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Experience writing prompts to AI.
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Strong computer skills and ability to learn applications and programming as needed.
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The agility to handle a task load with some dynamic nature, while working both independently and as a team player.
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Flexibility to occasionally come in on nights or weekends to take samples, troubleshoot problems, or to meet a pressing deadline.
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Ability to read, write, and speak English.
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Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers as Research Associate.
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Ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time.
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Benefits:
- 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
- Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
Keywords: Novozymes, Research Associate, Microbial Fermentation, Recovery Development, Biosolutions
