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Research & Business Scientist

Job in Newark, Alameda County, California, 94560, USA
Listing for: Kaneka North America
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-22
Job specializations:
  • Research/Development
    Research Scientist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 90000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Details

  • Conduct experimental research for the purpose of establishing enzyme-based processes for small-molecule pharmaceuticals, and promote process development in collaboration with research teams in Japan, customers, and external resources.
  • This position is responsible for planning, conducting, and reporting experimental research. Specific responsibilities include enzyme screening, development of enzyme-based processes, enzyme engineering through genetic engineering, development of cultivation methods using genetically modified microorganisms, development of analytical methods, scale-up studies utilizing external resources, and evaluation of new enzyme-related technologies. In addition, this position collaborates closely with internal R&D personnel, customer-facing staff, experimental equipment suppliers, raw material suppliers, and external technical service providers to execute experimental research effectively.
  • As necessary, this position conducts technical supports for the production.
  • Under the direction of the supervisor, this position conducts research and information gathering related to R&D projects, including regulatory requirements, scientific literature, technical journals, seminars, customer interviews, and trade shows.
  • This position also promotes the exploration, evaluation, and introduction of new enzyme-related technologies for future application.
  • Through technical presentations to customers and technical presentations at seminars and conferences, this position promotes technical capabilities and supports the acquisition of new projects.
  • This position supports sales personnel by providing technical advice and proposing solutions to customer issues and challenges related to enzyme-based processes.
  • Based on customer feedback, this position collaborates with R&D personnel as well as Sales and Marketing teams to advance the development of enzyme-based processes.
Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Conduct experimental research for the purpose of establishing enzyme-based processes for small-molecule pharmaceuticals, and promote process development in collaboration with research teams in Japan, customers, and external resources.
  • This position is responsible for planning, conducting, and reporting experimental research. Specific responsibilities include enzyme screening, development of enzyme-based processes, enzyme engineering through genetic engineering, development of cultivation methods using genetically modified microorganisms, development of analytical methods, scale-up studies utilizing external resources, and evaluation of new enzyme-related technologies. In addition, this position collaborates closely with internal R&D personnel, customer-facing staff, experimental equipment suppliers, raw material suppliers, and external technical service providers to execute experimental research effectively.
  • As necessary, this position conducts technical supports for the production.
  • Under the direction of the supervisor, this position conducts research and information gathering related to R&D projects, including regulatory requirements, scientific literature, technical journals, seminars, customer interviews, and trade shows.
  • This position also promotes the exploration, evaluation, and introduction of new enzyme-related technologies for future application.
  • Through technical presentations to customers and technical presentations at seminars and conferences, this position promotes technical capabilities and supports the acquisition of new projects.
  • This position supports sales personnel by providing technical advice and proposing solutions to customer issues and challenges related to enzyme-based processes.
  • Based on customer feedback, this position collaborates with R&D personnel as well as Sales and Marketing teams to advance the development of enzyme-based processes.
Other Responsibilities
  • Maintain complete and open lines of communication with other personnel, functions, or departments to facilitate operations and interaction in the organization.
  • Keep supervisor informed of status and progress, ensuring that regular and periodic communication takes place.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks and keeping abreast of industry trends and related compliance issues within the area of responsibilities.
  • Maintain professional conduct, attendance, and high ethical standards in the work place, complying with company's policies and procedures.
  • Fulfill mandatory training requirements applicable for department and job duties as appropriate.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by supervisor or Management.
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