Technician, Fermentation

About the role

Operate fermentation processes to produce valuable plant natural products in S. cerevisiae. Responsibilities include fermenter preparation, assembly, autoclaving, fermentation monitoring, sampling, and medium preparation.

Responsibilities

• Fermenter preparation, autoclaving, setup, maintenance, and operation
• Fermenter inoculation, sampling, sample processing, and data logging
• Monitor the fermentation process and ensure experiments run according to plan
• Mechanical troubleshooting of fermenters and other lab instruments
• Prepare assemblies and components for various experimental setups
• Media preparation as assigned
• Perform other laboratory housekeeping tasks as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• B.S. or Associate's degree with 1+ year experience or equivalent work experience
• Experience using standard lab equipment such as a pH meter, spectrophotometer, etc.
• Experience running lab-scale fermenters, including setup, sampling, process development, and troubleshooting hardware and software (training will be provided)
• Able to frequently transport lab equipment/items up to 25 pounds in weight
• Mechanical aptitude to assemble and troubleshoot equipment
• Understanding of biology and microbiology techniques is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and strict adherence to all safety and lab regulations
• Must be able to work the weekend shift from Friday to Monday or Tuesday; occasional overtime or shift changes may be required

Skills

• Microbial Fermentation
• Saccharomyces cerevisiae
• Lab-Scale Fermenters
• Fermenter Setup and Operation
• Fermenter Inoculation
• Autoclaving
• Fermentation Monitoring
• Sampling and Sample Processing
• Media Preparation
• Process Development
• Data Logging
• pH Meters
• Spectrophotometry
• Laboratory Equipment
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Hardware and Software Troubleshooting
• Equipment Assembly and Maintenance
• Biology and Microbiology Techniques
• Laboratory Safety and Regulatory Compliance
• Attention to Detail

Pay

$25 – $35 per hour

Schedule

• Weekend shift: Friday to Monday or Tuesday
• Occasional overtime or shift changes may be required

W2 contract role; no sponsorship available.