At 21st.BIO, we're not just another biotech company; we are the vanguards of a revolution. Fuelled by the determination to shape a more sustainable world, we are developing a technology platform that will profoundly disrupt the global landscape and provide sustainable solutions for our planet. Our dream? To engineer the future of sustainable foods and materials through the art of fermentation.
Job Summary
As our new Research Associate/Laboratory Technician, you will be specialized in production of recombinant proteins in fungi and bacteria.
Your main responsibility will be to develop effective lab scale fermentation processes to test and select production strains for our customers.
You will be working on external R&D projects together with our customers and need to be able to communicate also to non-scientists.
Requirements
Preferred candidates will possess experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Aspergillus and Bacillus fermentation at lab scale.
- Fermentation process development and optimization.
- Automated cultivation in microtiter plates and other high throughput, small volume formats.
- Data analysis incl. SAS JMP, etc.
- The following areas of expertise will represent an advantage:
- Knowledge about strain construction and genetic tools.
- Knowledge about protein biochemistry and assay development.
Further, you can see yourself in the following:
- You have a background as lab technician or bachelor and have a few years of experience after graduating. Passion in fermentation is more important than years of experience.
- You have a high energy level and strong work ethics.
- You have excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills and the ability to discuss complex technical concepts with a variety of audiences and customers.
- You can handle pressure and keep your head cool. You are an intellectually curious team player who embraces the challenges and excitement of an entrepreneurial business.
- You have a great mood and bring curiosity in learning and a positive attitude and humour to our team.
Why 21st.BIO?
We may still be a small company, but we dream big. We're a vibrant consortium of thinkers, researchers, and visionaries bound by the shared dream of a greener tomorrow.
Based in Copenhagen (Denmark) and Davis (California), we work with our customers to accelerate the World’s quest for new sustainable food and materials. We build a competitive technology and manufacturing foundation to enable the commercialization of new, innovative products that are more sustainable than traditional offerings.
We support our customers from strain development to scale-up, with the objective of bringing their products successfully to market.
Joining our ranks means
- Personal and professional growth in a hub of innovation and disruptive thinking.
- A nurturing ambiance, where your growth, well-being, and empowerment take center stage.
- The privilege of working alongside a seasoned team of industry experts within R&D.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
More info
The position will be located at our site in Copenhagen. If you have any questions about the position or the company, please contact Director of Strain Development & regulatory affairs, José Arnau at j.arnau@21st.bio.
Apply now!
Our search will cease the moment we find the perfect match, so if you have a strong entrepreneurial spirit, and want to help build a business with the ambition to change the world, apply now and no later than 15 October 2024.
21st.BIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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