Research Associate I or II

Are you ready for a new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We’re here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Research Associate, Bioenergy R&D
We are seeking an energetic, results oriented, collaborative colleague to join our Bioenergy R&D team. As a Research Associate, you will work closely with highly experienced scientists to discover and develop enzyme and yeast products for Bioenergy applications and customers. In this role you will support developing near-term technologies and future looking Biofuel yeast and enzyme innovations.

In this role you’ll make an impact by:

• Leveraging a solid understanding of how enzymes and yeast facilitate fermentation processes to develop products and meet customer needs

• Executing experiments to develop yeast and enzyme products for Bioenergy applications

• Thinking outside the box with an innovative and collaborative mindset

• Being adaptive to an exciting and ever-changing industry processes and technologies

To succeed you must have:

• BS in Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related area

• Experience with Biotechnology laboratory equipment and practices

• Hands on experience testing biological samples for industrial applications (preferably enzyme &/or yeast) or experience in fermentation science

• Experiences with ethanol fermentations would be a plus

• Familiarity with automation, application based screening, &/or assay development

• Experience with tools such as JMP, Tableau, and/or Python

• A strong desire to learn and improve both analytical techniques and fundamental mechanistic knowledge

• Excellent communication skills and good interpersonal and teamwork skills

Location: Franklinton, NC

Application deadline: March 31, 2025

Expected salary range: $55,000 - $65,000 base salary

Benefits you will enjoy:

• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution

• Minimum of 3 weeks vacation, plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance

• Healthcare savings account option with a generous employer contribution

• Employee assistance program

• Parental leave

• Tuition reimbursement

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

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Novonesis is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or veteran status.

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