Product Development Scientist

Company: Church & Dwight, Co., Inc.
Location: Waukesha
Posted on: September 4, 2020

Job Description:

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference. We're a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment. Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries. United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win. Role Summary Support and develop microbial solutions for the animal productivity product lines for application in the bovine species. The research will focus on applying microbiological and molecular genetic techniques to isolate and characterize pathogenic bacteria from feed, environmental and fecal samples from ruminant production systems and developing probiotic products to promote intestinal health and improved performance as part of the Microbial TerroirTM platform. In addition, this role will also be responsible for new product development projects outside of the existing Microbial Terroir platform, addressing environmental challenges and silage inoculant solutions for the ruminant market. Responsibilities - Isolate and characterize bacterial isolates using molecular genetic techniques and test for sensitivity using bacteriocin inhibition assays to identify potential probiotic microorganisms - Validate the functional activity of the microorganisms through in vitro models - Prepare reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information. - Generating an experimental design using internal data from past experiments and data published in peer reviewed literature to optimize future and existing product differentiation. - Lead team in execution of in vitro silage inoculant experiments, analyze and interpret pH, volatile fatty acids by HPLC analysis and microbial results, summarize in a report to be presented to the silage project team in a timely manner. - Monitor microbial populations from on farm demonstrations to control environmental bacteria, interpret, summarize results in PowerPoint presentations and/or research reports in a timely manner. - Maintain inter- and intradepartmental work-flow by fostering a spirit of cooperation. - Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. - Adhere to and follow established procedures and policies for working in the laboratory designated for the development of regulated products. Assist in maintaining laboratory compliance including SOP development and equipment maintenance. - Contribute to team effort by participating in other research related activities as needed. - Maintain laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies. Requirements - BS in Microbiology, Biology or related field from an accredited institution required. - 3+ years of related experience in an industry laboratory setting Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at

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