Senior Research Associate - Fayetteville, AR

Are you ready for a new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We’re here to better our world with biology.

Join us as Senior Research Associate - Fayetteville, AR
Welcome to Animal BioSolutions, Applied Research!

We support the development of new biological solutions aimed at improving health and sustainability in production animal farming. As part of our team of 10 experienced Scientists and Research Associates based in Fayetteville (United States) and Lyngby (Denmark), you will play a vital role in driving and supporting application research activities at our poultry research site in Fayetteville, Arkansas. You will do this by leading and conducting laboratory analyses, supporting data management and initiatives, and support sample collection in the barn. We emphasize and foster close collaboration across functions, disciplines and time zones to support our new and existing portfolio of animal biosolutions, and we offer ample opportunities for personal and professional growth. 

In this role you’ll make an impact by:

• Conducting laboratory analysis on biological samples

• Developing, documenting, and optimizing analytical procedures

• Managing laboratory and trial data (including quality assurance)

• Showing technical flair and interest for laboratory equipment, techniques, and analyses

• Supporting animal data collection and sampling

• Helping the scientific team in animal model development

• Taking the lead in protocol writing and trial reporting

To succeed you must have:

• A MSc in animal science, biology, microbiology, immunology, agricultural engineering, or related discipline. Knowledge within the areas of poultry nutrition, health and production is desirable.

• Preferably a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience

• Practical laboratory experience, especially with immunological and microbiological assays

• General knowledge of data collection and data management within a research setting

• Willingness to handle live animals in a research setting

• A collaborative and open mindset

• Previous experience using analytical software strongly preferred (e.g. SAS JMP, R or Python)

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

• Flexibility for local travel

• The ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship currently or in the future

Location: Fayetteville, AR

 
Application deadline:  March 4th, 2025 

Expected salary range:   $63,000 - $75,000

Benefits you will enjoy:

• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution 

• Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time  

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance   

• Healthcare savings account option with generous employer contribution  

• Employee assistance program  

• Parental leave  

• Tuition reimbursement  

• All benefits begin on your first day

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

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Novonesis is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or veteran status.
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