Interested in a career that matters? Join our wonderful R&D Team as a Scientist in Process Development (m/f/d) ! The team is made of 22 colleagues with scientific and technical backgrounds, developing and improving innovative fermentation and downstream processes for global implementation at Novonesis sites. Process development Nienburg is part of the Research & Development organization and collaborates closely with international colleagues across R&D, Process Management, Marketing, Application, Engineering and Analytics, as well as with various universities. The Role & Your Impact: Plan and execute laboratory- and pilot-scale experiments to develop and optimize microbial production processes (primarily for animal and plant health). Implement new production processes at industrial scale and optimize existing processes. Act as point of contact for process equipment; contribute ideas for new equipment and sensor technologies. Support troubleshooting in production, process development and laboratory operations. Lead and/or coordinate global projects and collaborate with industrial and academic partners. Apply statistical methods (e.g., Design of Experiments and multivariate data analysis). Mixed role with focus on development, optimization and implementation of microbial production processes from lab/pilot scale through industrial scale-up. Close collaboration with international, cross-functional stakeholders and external partners (industry/universities), with responsibility in global projects. Skills & experience MSc in Biotechnology, Life Science, Bioprocess Engineering, Microbiology, Microbial Physiology, Chemical/Process Engineering or similar. Experience in microbial fermentation and microorganism physiology (Bacillus cultures are an advantage), as well as process development and industrial production/scale-up. Knowledge of bioprocess basics (aseptic work, downstream processes such as separation and spray drying) and technical fermentation equipment. Experience with microscale screenings and related data evaluation. Statistical experimental design and multivariate data analysis; programming skills (e.g., R or Python) are desirable. Languages: fluent/professional proficiency in German and English. Strong teamwork and communication skills; proactive, independent and structured working style Working conditions: 2 years fixed term contract to cover parental leave Pilot Plant Nienburg (on-site/hybrid) Flexible working hours. Collaboration in an international, cross-functional environment as well as with external partners/universities. Our purpose guides 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. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. Opportunities for everyone We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying. We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. Explore other openings If this position isn’t the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You’re welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities at novonesis.com/Career Before you submit your application, you can update your Language Settings in the top bar. Here, you can choose from a selected set of languages to ensure that communication is sent in your preferred language. Create a job alert, and we’ll let you know when new opportunities matching your interests open up. To create a job alert: Click this link to set up a job alert. Please note: You’ll need to sign in or create an account to proceed. Once signed in, select “Create Job Alert”. Choose the job categories and locations that match your interests. Click “Create” - and we’ll notify you directly when a relevant position is posted. Choose a career that matters - and never miss an opportunity to make a difference. In 2024, Chr. Hansen and Novozymes joined forces to form Novonesis. We are 10,000 people worldwide whose expertise spans more than 30 different industries. All around the world our biosolutions already create value for thousands of customers and benefit the planet. Our biosolutions enable feeding and fueling the world more sustainably, from healthy and sustainable nutrition to biofuel. Our biosolutions also reduce the use of fossil-based resources, chemicals, energy and water. And this is just the beginning.