Research Associate Enology

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Are you passionate about the art and science of winemaking? Join our team as a Research Associate in Enology and contribute to groundbreaking research that enhances winemaking processes and wine quality. In this dynamic role, you'll support senior staff by executing complex experiments and assume laboratory administrator duties when necessary.

Your day-to-day will involve planning and executing experiments at various scales, from laboratory to plant, to refine commercial winemaking processes. You'll prepare and conduct experiments, ensuring accuracy and adherence to strict methodologies. Data collection and analysis will be key, as you document findings using standard documentation and information systems, and write detailed reports to support ongoing research projects.

Collaboration is at the heart of our work. You'll participate in cross-functional teams and interdepartmental projects, conduct advanced microbiological, fermentation, biochemical, and chemical testing, and maintain research notebooks to regulatory standards. Regular reporting on experiment status and conducting work at site wineries during the grape harvest will be part of your routine, as well as developing new technical skills and staying current with the latest scientific literature.

We value innovation and problem-solving. You'll contribute to a work environment that embraces change, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Routine maintenance of equipment, ensuring a tidy workspace, and participating in general laboratory housekeeping are essential. Additionally, you'll coordinate off-season experiments, manage inventory, and facilitate equipment repairs.

As a laboratory administrator, you'll handle ordering supplies, coordinating equipment service contracts, maintaining preventative maintenance schedules, and managing chemical inventory lists. Compliance with quality, environmental, and safety regulations is crucial, and you'll be responsible for ensuring your team's adherence to these standards.

If you have a passion for winemaking and a drive to innovate, we invite you to apply and be a part of our exciting journey. Join us in making a tangible impact on the future of winemaking.

Minimum Qualifications
* Master's Degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Fermentation Science, Food Science, Microbiology, Enology, Geology, Soil Science, Viticulture or Molecular Biology; OR Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Fermentation Science, Food Science, Microbiology, Enology, Geology, Soil Science, Viticulture or Molecular Biology plus 2 years of research experience reflecting increasing levels of responsibility.
* Required to frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds.
* Required to be 21 years of age or older.
* Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.
* Required to work outside of normal working hours including weekends.
* Candidate is required to have a valid driver's license, a safe driving record and reliable vehicle (if applicable) at the time of hire. This position will undergo a motor vehicle check (MVR) to confirm a history of safe and responsible driving. If needed, candidate must obtain the appropriate state driver's license based on the position's location within 30 days of hire.* Required to travel to company offices, sites, and/or meeting locations for onboarding, training, meetings, and events for development, department needs, and business delivery up to 5% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation. This may be in addition to travel requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.
* Required to be 18 years or older. This may be in addition to other age requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.

Gallo does not sponsor for employment based visas for this position now or in the future.

Compensation:

• Hiring Salary Range Posted: $68,700 - $103,100 / year
• Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Perks & Benefits:

• This position includes a competitive benefits package.
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This position will be based in the location(s) specified in the job posting and requires working on-site with no telecommuting option. You will be expected to live within a commutable distance.

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Application Window is Expected to Close On: June 29, 2025

Requisition ID: 106134
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