We are seeking highly motivated professionals who are passionate about being part of and contributing to the development of the bioprocesses of the future. Join us to tackle exciting development challenges and continuously push the boundaries of what was once thought impossible. Work in an energetic ambitious and international startup environment designing the processes and factories of tomorrow. Lets change the world together!
Tasks
- Work with the Innovation and Development team on the design and execution of upstream and downstream processes for the development of bacterial protein extract products.
- Operate lab scale bioreactors and monitor critical parameters (pH temperature oxygen levels) assuring compliance with SOPs.
- Execute equipment maintenance and calibration. Clean and sterilize equipment used in bioprocessing. Calibrate instruments and systems to ensure accuracy.
- Prepare media buffers and solutions for bioprocesses.
- Track and document the experiments to ensure traceability and compliance.
- Perform inprocess sampling and analytics using biochemical and physicochemical techniques such as: spectrometry HPLC and enzymatic analysis.
- Document and record data. Maintain accurate records of processes including lab reports and batch records. Assist in compiling and analysing process data for improvements.
Requirements
- Masters degree or Bachelor degree in Bioprocess Biotechnology Biochemistry Chemistry Chemical or Bioprocess Engineering or related fields.
- Knowledge of bioprocessing equipment like bioreactors filtration systems and centrifuges.
- Basic knowledge of upstream (fermentation) and downstream (separation inactivation) processes.
- Analytical and creative thinking attention to the detail.
- Effective communication with team members and supervisors.
- Teamwork and collaborate as a part of a bioprocessing team.
- Willingness to collaborate with another departments including operations and regulatory affairs.
- You are fluent in English (spoken and written) German is a plus
At MicroHarvest we value diversity and as such we do not discriminate based on race colour religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability veteran status marital status or based on an individuals status in any group or class protected by applicable laws. MicroHarvest respectfully encourages people from all backgrounds and underrepresented groups to apply for this position.