Lead Technician, Life Sciences Biotechnology - San Diego, CA

Lead Technician, Life Sciences Biotechnology \n\nLocation: San Diego, CA\n\nWe are seeking a Lead Technician to support the biosynthetic discovery of novel natural ingredients. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with world-class experts in synthetic biology, chemistry, natural fractionation, analytical, and data sciences. \n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * Perform daily laboratory experiments in biochemistry, molecular biology, and microbiology, including shared laboratory maintenance. \n\n\n * Work with plasmid/genomic DNA and proteins, including sequence analysis. \n\n\n * Play a major role in enzyme production and screening. \n\n\n * Perform routine small-molecule analyses using LC-MS and GC-MS. \n\n\n * Contribute to developing new biochemical techniques; analyze data and write technical reports. \n\n\n * Collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary research team while adhering to internal Health Safety \u0026 Environment (HS\u0026E) standards and policies. \n\n\n\nWe Bring:\n\n * A science led company with cutting edge research\u2013 from state-of-the-art receptor screening, microbiome technologies, synthetic biology, chemistry \u0026 analytical science capabilities that are game-changers in the global arena.\n * Exposure to unique career paths across flavor, health, nutrition, fragrance \u0026 beauty.\n * A culture that lifts you up \u2013 with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.\n * Join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership.\n * A chance to impact millions of consumers every day with sustainability embedded in everything we do.\n\n\n\nYou Bring:\n\n * B.S. with 1\u20132 years of relevant experience, or M.S. in biochemistry, molecular biology, microbiology, or a related field.\n * Hands-on experience with DNA assembly/cloning, microbial strain engineering, DNA/protein sequence software and databases.\n * Experience with protein expression and enzyme activity assays.\n * Demonstrated willingness to learn new techniques and develop new skills.\n * Ability to manage multiple technically diverse projects, with flexibility and independence in both planning \u0026 execution of experiments.\n * Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical results.\n\n\n\nThe salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant\u2019s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. This position is also eligible for bonuses and benefits, which are not included in the pay scale provided. Salary $75,000-$95,000.\n\nAbout dsm-firmenich\n\nAt dsm-firmenich, we don\u2019t just meet expectations \u2013 we go beyond them.\n\nJoin our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.\n\nFrom elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions \u2013 every single day. Whether it\u2019s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that\u2019s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.\n\nAnd while you\u2019re making a difference, we\u2019ll make sure you\u2019re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They\u2019re essential to our future. \n\nBecause real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.\n\nThe application process\n\nInterested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English no later than April 20, 2026.\n\nInclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement\n\nAt dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work \u2013 and that\u2019s exactly the kind of culture we\u2019re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.\n\nWe\u2019re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we\u2019re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we\u2019re committed to reflecting the world we serve.\n\nWe welcome candidates from all backgrounds \u2014 no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.\n\nAnd if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we\u2019re here to help \u2013 just let us know what you need, and we\u2019ll do everything we can to make it work.\n\nAgency statement\n\nWe\u2019re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you\u2019re applying as an individual, we\u2019d love to hear from you. We\u2019re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role. \n