Fermentation & Microbiology Manager

General Responsibilities

• Lead and execute lab-scale fermentation activities using 5L and 20L fermentation systems.
• Optimize fermentation conditions to improve yield, expression, productivity, and cost of goods.
• Design and conduct experiments focused on fermentation process improvement.
• Produce prototype fermentation batches to support product development and evaluation.
• Develop, validate, and execute analytical assays for fermentation products.
• Perform microbiological techniques including microbial culture, strain handling, isolation, and identification.
• Conduct routine laboratory techniques such as electrophoresis and other standard analytical methods.
• Maintain accurate experimental documentation and analyze results to communicate findings internally.
• Support laboratory operations including equipment maintenance, calibration, and adherence to safety procedures.

Experience Requirements

• Master’s degree in Microbiology, Fermentation Science, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field;
• PhD preferred.
• 5+ years of industry experience in fermentation and microbiology;
• Hands-on experience operating lab-scale fermentation systems (5L-20L).
• Experience optimizing fermentation conditions and improving yield or productivity.
• Experience developing and executing analytical assays for fermentation products.
• Strong working knowledge of microbiological laboratory techniques and best practices.

Skills and Other Essential Requirements

• Strong experimental design and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to independently execute laboratory work and interpret results.
• Analytical thinking and process optimization skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Attention to detail and scientific rigor in experimental documentation.
• Collaboration with cross-functional scientific teams.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Ability to work in laboratory environments and handle fermentation and microbiology equipment.
• Limited travel may be required for collaboration with internal teams or external partners.