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Gallo Glass Company · 3 days ago

Research Scientist - Yeast Genetics

Modesto, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$101K/yr - $151K/yr

3+ years exp

Gallo Glass Company is a family-owned company with a 90+ year legacy, recognized as a Glassdoor 'Best Places to Work.' They are seeking a Scientist in Yeast Genetics & Fermentation to design and execute research linking yeast genetics to beverage production, collaborating with various teams to optimize fermentation processes.

ManufacturingService IndustryWine And Spirits

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design and execute research that links yeast genetics to physiology

Develop strains

Create precision fermentation methods to optimize performance across wine, spirits, malt and other fermented products

Manage bench through production-scale fermentations

Maintain yeast inocula

Collect and analyze data

Translate promising findings from lab to commercial scale

Collaborate closely with winemakers, chemistry, product development, and other cross-functional partners to prioritize research objectives

Troubleshoot process challenges

Implement scalable solutions

Experimental design, execution, and analysis

Preparing technical reports and SOPs

Presenting results to diverse stakeholders

Supporting harvest trials

Maintaining rigorous research records

Leadership in experimental microbiology

Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance

Qualification

Yeast GeneticsFermentation ScienceMicrobiology ResearchMolecular BiologyExperimental DesignAnalytical SkillsTechnical ReportingCollaborationMentoring

Required

Ph.D. in Microbiology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Biology, Biotechnology, Fermentation Science, Brewing, or Food Science plus 3 years of demonstrated fermentation research, beverage making research, or microbiology research experience OR Master's degree in Microbiology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Biology, Biotechnology, Fermentation Science, Brewing, or Food Science plus 5 years of demonstrated fermentation research, beverage making research, or microbiology research experience

Required to drive to various facilities within California

Candidate is required to have a valid driver's license, a safe driving record and reliable vehicle (if applicable) at the time of hire. This position will undergo a motor vehicle check (MVR) to confirm a history of safe and responsible driving. If needed, candidate must obtain the appropriate state driver's license based on the position's location within 30 days of hire

Required to travel to company offices, sites, and/or meeting locations for onboarding, training, meetings, and events for development, department needs, and business delivery up to 5% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation. This may be in addition to travel requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description

Required to be 18 years or older. This may be in addition to other age requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description