Senior Scientist Microbiome & Hygiene- San Diego, CA

Senior Scientist, Microbiome & Hygiene 
Location: San Diego, CA
Place of Work: San Diego, CA/Hybrid

 

DSM-Firmenich is a leading global provider of innovative solutions in nutrition, health, and sustainable living. We combine scientific expertise with cutting-edge technology to develop sustainable solutions that improve the quality of life for people today and for future generations. Our collaborative approach and commitment to excellence make us a trusted partner for our customers worldwide.

 

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD Scientist with robust background in microbiome/microbiology research (skin microbiome preferred) to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing our understanding of the microbiome and developing innovative solutions to address challenges in human health and beauty, and sustainable living.

 

Key Responsibilities:
•    Lead research projects focused on understanding the microbiome’s functional roles in human health and beauty to enable and deliver innovative solutions to our businesses.
•    Identify and develop cutting edge capabilities and leverage them to design and execute in-vitro studies to build knowledge, gain new mechanistic understanding, develop innovative solutions, and/or enable novel claims.
•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate microbiome data with other omics and clinical data; develop and optimize assays for microbiome analysis, including bacteria culture, cell culture, flow cytometry, and advanced data analysis.
•    Stay abreast of the latest developments in microbiome research and contribute to scientific publications and presentations.
•    Provide technical guidance and support to team members.
•    Help with general lab maintenance as needed; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, instrument maintenance.

 

This position is eligible for the dsm-firmenich Hybrid Working model, spending 4 days per week in the San Diego office and the balance of the work week in a home office.

We bring:
•    Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards. 
•    Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments. 
•    Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative. 
•    Collaboration with experts in health, nutrition, and beauty to drive progress. 
•    Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet. 
•    Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change. 

 

You bring:
•    Ph.D. in Microbiology/Microbial Ecology or in a closely related life science field.
•    3+ Years of industry experience with a robust scientific understanding of microbiomes & their interactions with hosts.
•    Human microbiome (preferred skin microbiome) lab experience is required; proven track record of designing and executing complex experiments in microbiology. Experience in culture-based microbial assay development as well as molecular biology approaches (i.e. PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, sequencing).  Experience in microbial strain and sample library building.
•    Demonstrated ability to develop scientific hypotheses and design and execute proof of concept studies.
•    Experience analyzing multi-omics data (metagenomic, meta-transcriptomic, metabolomic). R, Python, and cloud-based platforms is a plus.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
•    Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
•    Ability to work under deadlines and be agile.

 

Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education and training. This position is also eligible for bonuses and benefits, which are not included in the pay scale provided.   Salary $128-$150K.

The application process
Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal by May 2, 2025. 

 

Equal Opportunities Commitment

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there's a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for al