Associate Scientist - Biofermentation

About the role

The Associate Scientist in the Biofermentation Department conceptualizes, develops, and scales up ferments (active ingredients) with skin benefits for final product formulation.

Responsibilities

• Develop new ferments by conceptualizing and creating active ingredients using fermentation technology and equipment.
• Coordinate the workflow of multiple products simultaneously and write project plans with objectives and milestones.
• Operate independently on assigned technical tasks while aligning with broader team goals.
• Integrate individual results with those of other contributors to drive project progression and meet key milestones.
• Perform routine microbial lab tasks such as plate counts, dilutions, sampling, cleaning glassware, and preparing media.
• Follow culture media recipes to prepare stock solutions, agar, and media.
• Isolate and culture microorganisms, perform routine passaging and inoculation, and identify microorganisms through microscopic examination and chemical analyses.
• Review test results with an immediate supervisor and maintain files and records.
• Work with Biosafety level 2 organisms, requiring uninterrupted focus due to potential risks to the analyst, product, and consumer.
• Work in a high-volume, fast-paced laboratory with agility for change.
• Investigate, evaluate, and implement new laboratory techniques.
• Assist the immediate supervisor with additional functions and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or Chemistry.
• 1-2 years’ experience in a laboratory setting preferred.
• Strong technical and interpersonal skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Knowledge of Windows-based computer programs.