Employment type: full-time, located in Darmstadt, GermanyWho we are looking forAbout UsAB Enzymes, as a subsidiary of Associated British Foods, is a leading company in the innovation and production of enzymes worldwide. Operating in the biotechnology industry, we are an important partner for customers in the application of food, animal feed and industrial enzymes. With our expertise in the global enzymes business, we help our customers to make their industrial processes more sustainable, environmentally friendly and efficient. Product excellence and innovation are among our key strengths while our passion for science and customer-focused solutions is what drives us.Our global headquarters are in Darmstadt, Germany with offices and lab spaces. Our manufacturing site is located in Finland (north of Helsinki) where our enzymes are being produced and researched. We are striving to leverage our strong growth prospects, state-of-the-art R&D, flat structure, and a thriving and employee-focused culture to bring on board talents who are motivated to contribute to our collective success, develop themselves, and want to make a real difference. For more information visit our website www.abenzymes.com.The RoleAs Head of Enzyme Technology, you will be part of an exciting international R&D and business environment, working with cutting-edge technologies and a broad portfolio of diverse projects.You will:Head the Enzyme Technology team (> 10 FTE based in Germany and in Finland) within our global R&D organizationBuild the team and capabilities to further develop our enzyme characterization techniques, our analytical service unit, as well as our enzyme discovery and engineering expertiseManage resources, costs, and R&D activities of the team, including various analytical method development, from Quality Control methods to methods with application relevance, to enzyme characterization and analytical services, to enzyme engineering and High-Throughput Screening (HTS)Closely collaborate with other disciplines within R&D and beyond, especially Application Development, Quality Control, and Portfolio ManagementRepresent all Enzyme Technology activities both internally and externallyContribute to the R&D and Product/Technology Strategy development and its implementation into the Enzyme Technology disciplineThe role is based in Darmstadt, Germany and reports to the R&D Director GermanyAbout YouAs an ideal candidate, you have:Demonstrated leadership experience, enjoying creating results through and with peopleCultural agility and ability to manage a team across two locationsStrong communication and organization skills in leading and collaborating across disciplines as well as with external partners and academic collaboratorsProactive problem solver and innovator with a passion for understanding, improving, and using enzymes in application to develop new innovative enzyme solutions for customersDegree in biochemistry or related field, with several years of subsequent industrial R&D experience, preferably in the enzyme industryA profound knowledge in enzymology, protein structure-function relationships, and analytical method developmentA strong background in protein engineering and HTSClear experience in the field of industrial enzymesFluency in English; German and Finnish is a plusWhy UsAn opportunity in an exciting and growing industry with business development prospects based on future-proof & sustainable technologyAn international working environment with the chance to further develop yourself personally and professionallyA challenging and multifaceted employment opportunity with a long-term perspective in a fast-growing leading company in the enzyme industryA progressive, team-oriented management that supports you through open communication and accessibilityA modern, creative, and innovative company that achieves success through its peopleCompetitive compensation and benefits packageA collaborative and open-minded culture, flat hierarchies, and a ‘people first’ attitudeFuture career opportunities through our ABF networkThe possibility of mobile workingWe value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, as well as sexual orientation and identity.If you are interested in this position, we look forward to receiving your application together with your salary expectations. #J-18808-Ljbffr