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Senior Scientist, Material Science

ADM
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 Jun 2025
💰 $98,448/yr

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Job Description

NOTICE OF FILING UNDER THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR’S PERMANENT LABOR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM Senior Scientist, Material Science, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Decatur IL. Work with cross functional teams across ADM Research to advance and support the ingredient portfolio across the areas of sustainable materials platform and Human Nutrition. Support the structure-function and lead across diverse business areas (e.g., Human & Animal Nutrition and Industrial areas). Contribute to a variety of cross-functional projects of innovative nature, to deliver value to the company and end consumers. Work with both ingredient science and product development teams in applying the principles of material science and physical chemistry. Drive product innovation while maximizing functionality of existing ingredient portfolio. Execute projects in colloid and interface science with understanding of emulsions, microemulsions, liposomes formulations and their characterization. Conduct informative data analysis and visualization to support material library design and research with familiarity in Python, Molecular Dynamics Simulations and MATLAB. Utilize advanced data interpretation methods to evaluate new materials, existing products, and processes to meet internal and external customer requirements. Design experiments and interpret the results and communicate to the project stake holders in timely manner. Partner with global R&D and leverage internal/external experts to bring forward the ideas and R&D solutions that drive innovation. 40 hrs/week, Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Salary: $98,448.00/yr. Standard Company Benefits, see www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/ for more information. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. degree or foreign equivalent degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Agricultural and Biological Engineering, or a related field, and three (3) years of related work experience. Must have three (3) years of experience with/in:
•Ingredient science structure-function and their applications across food, feed, and industrial areas;
•Instrumentation related to material characterization such as rheology, thermal analysis, particle size, zetapotential, rancimat, surface tensiometer, goniometer, spectroscopy, and microscopy;
•Product development designing lipid delivery system to deliver a wide spectrum of bioactive ingredientssuch as preservatives, flavors, vitamins and minerals;
•General molecular modeling techniques, including molecular simulation, quantum mechanics, andstructure-based design, to advance material science research;
•Advanced molecular simulation and data analytics methods using software like GROMACS, HOOMD, VMD,or NAMD; and
•Coarse-grain simulation methods and the chemistry and thermodynamics of complex systems such asproteins, carbohydrates, and lipids.
Up to 20% domestic travel required.
To apply, mail resume to: Christina Hetzer, ADM; PO BOX 1470, Decatur, IL 62525 (reference: IL0184).
This notice is being provided as a result of the filing of a permanent alien labor certification application for this job opportunity, in compliance with 20 CFR 656.10(d). Any person may provide documentary evidence bearing on the application to the Certifying Officer of the U.S. Department of Labor holding jurisdiction over the location of the proposed employment. Contact information for these offices can be found on the internet at http://www.foreignlaborcert.doleta.gov/contacts.cfm#npc or by contacting:
U.S. Department of Labor
Employment and Training Administration
Office of Foreign Labor Certification
200 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room N-5311
Washington, DC 20210

City

Decatur

State

IL - Illinois

Location Country

United States

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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