Biologist / Laboratory Coordinator | Biologe (m/w/d)

Symrise AG

Holzminden, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Feb 23, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a Biologist and Laboratory Coordinator at TESIUM (a Symrise subsidiary), you will take professional responsibility for the biodegradation laboratory. Your day-to-day role involves coordinating all laboratory tasks, planning sample batches, and ensuring the timely execution of biological degradation studies. You will perform degradation tests, support the introduction of new testing methods, and ensure strict quality assurance through detailed documentation and study reports. This position is unique as it combines hands-on laboratory work with high-level coordination and process optimization within a global leader in the fragrance and flavor industry. You will act as a key interface between internal clients and the laboratory team, maintaining SOPs and ensuring compliance with international standards. The role offers significant creative freedom under a cooperative leadership style, providing an excellent environment for professionals looking to shape laboratory workflows and contribute to sustainable environmental solutions.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Biology (ideally with a focus on Microbiology) or a comparable field of study; alternatively, qualification as a Biological Technical Assistant (BTA).

Experience

  • Professional experience in biological degradation studies and laboratory workflows
  • Practical experience in an accredited laboratory environment (ISO 17025 or GLP)
  • Experience in a coordination or leadership function is preferred
  • Extensive experience as a Biological Technical Assistant (BTA) in contract laboratories is an acceptable alternative to a degree

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid Class B driver's license required. Location: Holzminden, Germany.