What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Associate position at Envera LIC LLC?
Who we are
Envera LIC, LLC is part of the Lesaffre family who is a key global player in the fermentation of microorganisms (yeasts and bacteria) for baking, taste, healthcare, and industrial biotechnology. This story began more than 170 years ago in northern France, and, thanks to our entrepreneur spirit and our innovative approach, we are constantly developing.
Lesaffre's global presence includes 11,000 employees from 96 nationalities and a 3-billion-euro turnover. We work with customers, partners, and researchers to develop essential nutrients and bio actives that strengthen human health, optimize animal well-being, and improve plant nutrition.
We believe in the incredible potential of microorganisms as the greatest means to better nourish and protect the planet. Fermentation is one of the most promising answers to the challenge of nourishing 9 billion people in a healthy way by 2050.
Envera is a legal entity of Lesaffre located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Envera manufactures bacteria solutions for Lesaffre BUs and different market segments such as wastewater treatment, bioremediation, cleaning solutions and many other areas where bacteria can play a key role.
What we offer
- The opportunity to represent a passionate organization focused on innovation and sustainability
- A great 401K plan, affordable benefits, and 10 paid holidays
- The ability to utilize your experience and knowledge to make a real impact
What you bring to the table
Having the ability to work autonomously in the lab with a collaborative spirit. The expertise to work on several research projects that run concurrently which requires your valuable workload balancing capabilities. Utilizing your core competencies in standard lab methods and your excellent aseptic techniques, as well as your highly developed technical writing skills and efficient study of scientific literature.
What you will do as a Research Technician
- Routinely perform techniques such as Enzyme Assays and Product Efficacy Evaluation.
- Collaborate with other team members for large projects and work independently on smaller projects.
- Adapt to novel techniques and equipment.
- Work on projects that can range from customer requested tests during product development, internal projects to isolate new bacteria strains, to larger projects involving multiple world-wide researchers at sister companies.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
To succeed you must hold:
- Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biology, or other science related field preferred.
- 1-3 years of lab experience.
- Knowledge in standard laboratory methods and procedures.
- Strong curiosity of, and comfort working in, areas of biology and industrial microbiology.
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Our Core Values: Passion, respect, trust, entrepreneurship, and humility
Envera provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Experience
Required- 2 year(s): 1-3 years of lab experience
Education
Required- Bachelors or better in Microbiology or related field
Skills
Preferred- Outlook
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
Behaviors
Preferred- Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
- Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred- Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
