• Serve as a technical lead on fermentation experiments.
• Communicate with upstream and downstream scientists to understand their constraints and provide solutions via experiment design.
• Interpret experimental results, draw conclusions, contribute recommendations, and communicate results to relevant functional groups.
• Document fermentation run plan, log sheet, and summary in an electronic lab notebook.
• Contribute to experiment execution at the bench while using aseptic techniques.
• Perform bench-scale assays as needed to provide physiological insight.
• Develop protocols and create corresponding documentation such as SOPs and Job Safety Assessments (JSAs).
• Conduct basic maintenance of fermentation and analytical equipment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts on execution of experiments and laboratory safety.
• Occasional weekend or evening work may be required.
• Must be able to safely lift 50lbs.

• The preferred candidate is self-motivated and driven by a strong sense of scientific curiosity and rigor.

• Educational background: Bachelor or Master of Science, PhD in microbiology, biochemical engineering, or related field.
• Industry experience: BS 10+ years, MS 5+ years, PhD 0+ years' experience in an industrial biotechnology setting with aerobic or anaerobic fermentation of bacteria, yeast, or filamentous fungi.
• Solid background in research and development with demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with statistical design of experiments, data handling and analysis, and quantitative reasoning is required.
• Hands-on experience with benchtop fermentation equipment operation is preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to write clear and concise reports, and prepare well organized presentations to audience with different backgrounds.
• Preferred candidate will have industrial biotechnology experience, demonstrating delivery of value to the business through execution of projects
• Must have a strong safety mindset, and experience with biological and chemical laboratory safety protocols is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse, multidisciplinary team is required.

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