**87264BR** **Job Title:** Laboratory Data Specialist - Decatur, IL **Department/Function:** Research & Development **Job Description:** **Laboratory Data Specialist (III) – Cell Engineering** ADM Research & Development This is an exempt level position. **Position Summary:** The Research Biotechnology group uses synthetic biology to build thousands of strains per year and evaluates those strains in hundreds of fermentation batches. We are recruiting an experienced laboratory data specialist to design and administer the data infrastructure for this rich data resource. The successful candidate will need to have strong technical foundations in laboratory automation and data engineering, along with excellent communication skills. This team member will collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) in strain construction, automation, biochemistry, bioinformatics, and all scales of fermentation to define user requirements and will work to deliver solutions with the support of ADM IT and 3rd party software providers. Because this data forms the foundation for advanced analytics and data science, this is an important role in ADM Biotechnology. Data engineers with experience in designing systems for the management of laboratory data are encouraged to apply. **Job Responsibilities:** + Serve as a champion for technical solutions to laboratory information storage + Design and implement continuous improvements to the existing LIMS + Assess user requirements and lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of data models + Optimize the interface between LIMS and the physical lab space – labeling, barcoding, inventory management + Build and maintain dashboards and app integrations using the Benchling Warehouse and API/SDK + Perform standard administrative and maintenance duties + Manage online data capture from laboratory instruments using Aveva PI process historian + Work with internal developers and Research IT to set up and maintain instrument connections + Curate PI Asset Framework elements and analyses for Biotechnology group + Manage local account permissions and training of lab personnel + Create, maintain, and manage training for new users or new features + Document the use of software and new features for team members + Organize regular trainings to educate team members on the use of software + Establish and follow good software development practices including iterative application development, managing user requirements, unit testing, version control and software repository management + Contribute to scientific programming efforts by developing and maintaining computing infrastructure tools (e.g. JupyterHub, Git, database integrations). **Job Requirements:** These skills and experiences will be required or useful for the candidate: + Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience or Master’s degree in related field + Experience in LIMS administration and configuration + Familiarity with configuration of common process historian (e.g., Aveva PI) and communication protocols (OPC, Modbus) + Experience in scientific computing and statistical data analysis is a plus + Familiarity with synthetic biology and/or bioprocessing is a plus + Demonstrated success working within inter-disciplinary teams + Excellent written and oral communication skills with both technical and non-technical personnel + Experience with the following software tools is a plus: Python, Jupyter Notebooks, R, JMP, Aveva PI, Nextflow, Shell scripting, git, SQL, JSON, REST, API programming, Benchling, IDBS, Cloud Computing systems like Microsoft Azure Excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don’t check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings. ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. REF:87264BR **Req/Job ID:** 87264BR **City:** Decatur **State:** IL - Illinois **Ref ID:** \#LI-AS5 **:** **About ADM** At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. 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We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM. (https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/) **:** **Benefits and Perks** Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including: + **Physical wellness** – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable). + **Financial wellness** – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection. + **Mental and social wellness** – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares). Additional benefits include: + Paid time off including paid holidays. + Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave. + Tuition assistance. + Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs. *Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.