Louis Dreyfus Company B.V.
Research Assistant - Proteins
Louis Dreyfus Company B.V., Livermore, California, United States, 94551
Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 17,000 people globally.Job Description
LDC is looking for a motivated and independent self-starter R&D research assistant to join our plant protein business unit R&D group. This R&D team evaluates, purifies, and characterizes novel plant proteins along with investigating ways to enhance their functionalities within food systems. This role will also interface with the manufacture ready solutions (MRS) product development team on developing methods to characterize and prototype unique plant-based food and beverage products.Perform basic biotechnology experiments and collect and record/document research data in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Plan, manage, and execute plant protein research from bench to pilot scale following established procedures and protocols.Active collaboration with product development, process engineering, and analytics to ensure timely deliverables.Coordinate with scientists in generating innovative methods of plant protein isolation and characterization processes, converting them into successful experimental plans and execution.Operate equipment to characterize proximate and functionality of a variety of plant protein sources.Data visualization and statistical analysis of experimental results, interpreting and communicating findings of the R&D team to the business unit.Experience
Knowledge and Experience:Knowledge of basic protein chemistry and their extraction techniques, basic proximate characterization techniques.Understanding of QA/QC, microbial safety, and sensory properties of proteins and food products.Know-how in methods to characterize plant proteins and their use in food and beverage systems using analytical methods such as rheology, texture analysis, particle size, SDS-PAGE, etc., is preferred.General knowledge of the plant-based food and beverage industry and markets would be desirable.1-2 years of previous job experience in a biotech or food tech industry is preferred.Education:Bachelors in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or a related field.Languages:Excellent verbal and written proficiency in English.Other Skills:Analytical abilities, data visualization software, Microsoft Office, excellent communication and project management skills, ability to present research findings to scientists and non-technical audiences.
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LDC is looking for a motivated and independent self-starter R&D research assistant to join our plant protein business unit R&D group. This R&D team evaluates, purifies, and characterizes novel plant proteins along with investigating ways to enhance their functionalities within food systems. This role will also interface with the manufacture ready solutions (MRS) product development team on developing methods to characterize and prototype unique plant-based food and beverage products.Perform basic biotechnology experiments and collect and record/document research data in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Plan, manage, and execute plant protein research from bench to pilot scale following established procedures and protocols.Active collaboration with product development, process engineering, and analytics to ensure timely deliverables.Coordinate with scientists in generating innovative methods of plant protein isolation and characterization processes, converting them into successful experimental plans and execution.Operate equipment to characterize proximate and functionality of a variety of plant protein sources.Data visualization and statistical analysis of experimental results, interpreting and communicating findings of the R&D team to the business unit.Experience
Knowledge and Experience:Knowledge of basic protein chemistry and their extraction techniques, basic proximate characterization techniques.Understanding of QA/QC, microbial safety, and sensory properties of proteins and food products.Know-how in methods to characterize plant proteins and their use in food and beverage systems using analytical methods such as rheology, texture analysis, particle size, SDS-PAGE, etc., is preferred.General knowledge of the plant-based food and beverage industry and markets would be desirable.1-2 years of previous job experience in a biotech or food tech industry is preferred.Education:Bachelors in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or a related field.Languages:Excellent verbal and written proficiency in English.Other Skills:Analytical abilities, data visualization software, Microsoft Office, excellent communication and project management skills, ability to present research findings to scientists and non-technical audiences.
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