Job Description
We seek an experienced scientist with a deep understanding of the theory and practice of enzymology and biochemistry. The ideal candidate must be able to work both autonomously and as part of a large team. The individual must also be able to solve problems creatively, communicate effectively, and collaborate well with project leaders and team members.
This position reports to AE Biofuels TECH LC Enzymes.
Qualifications
• Ph.D. degree in Biochemistry or a related discipline.
• 0 to 4 years post-doctoral research experience. Experience in an industrial environment an advantage.
Biofuels Competencies:Value Creator – Focuses their energy on the actions that will give the greatest return, showing pace, flexibility and resilience in doing so. Take appropriate risks and tries out new ways of solving problems.Great Partner – Builds strong and enduring partnerships based upon excellence in what they do, sound decision making and strong negotiation skills.Develop Others – Gets the very best out of people in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Balances the pressure to focus on short-term development with the longer term need to develop the next generation of talent for the business.Operational Excellence – Simplifies and clarifies situations and processes; delivers operational value through intelligent application of processes; strives for “silent running” operations.
Benefits
the benefits package ( 401k, pension, medical, disability etc etc ) which add at least 30% to the value and cost of employment.
Company Profile
Our business is the exploration, production, refining, trading and distribution of energy. This is what we do, and we do it on a truly global scale. With a workforce of 80,000 employees, BP operates with business activities and customers in more than 80 countries across six continents. Every day, we serve millions of customers around the world. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.
At BP Alternative Energy we're investing in new ways of providing energy - from innovative new solar and wind businesses to advanced biofuels and clean energy technologies such as the capture and storage of carbon dioxide from traditional fossil fuels. These will provide customers with clean, secure energy - and they will shape the evolution of the global energy industry in the coming decades.
In Biofuels, our business in conventional products such as bio-ethanol is already substantial, accounting for about 10% of the world market. However, as well as providing today's biofuels, we're also developing tomorrow's. We are investing $500 million over 10 years in the Energy Biosciences Institute to explore options for advanced biofuels and other applications of biotechnology to energy.
If you are selected for the position, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement drug test (and alcohol screening if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process.
BP is an equal opportunity employer.
