Internship : R&D - Strain Engineering for Microbial Protein Production

Puratos; Andenne; In loco; EUR 8900 - 11.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Puratos Belgium offers an internship in R&D Strain Engineering for Microbial Protein Production in Andenne. You will contribute to developing and evaluating microbial strains for protein production, combining molecular biology, microbiology, cultivation, screening and data analysis.

The role targets students pursuing a Bachelor or Master in Biotechnology or related fields. Proficiency in English is required, with mentorship from experienced scientists in a multidisciplinary R&D environment, and

Competenze

• Pursuing Bachelor or Master in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Bioscience Engineering, Biochemistry, Synthetic Biology, or related field.
• Proficiency in English is required.
• Enjoy laboratory work and experimental research.
• Curious and eager to learn.
• Analytical and scientifically rigorous.
• Organized and proactive.
• Knowledge of molecular biology, microbiology, genetic engineering, fermentation, protein expression, or data analysis is an asset.

Mansioni

• Assist in designing genetic constructs and expression strategies.
• Generate and maintain microbial strains using standard laboratory techniques.
• Conduct small-scale cultivation and screening experiments.
• Evaluate strain performance with analytical methods.
• Compare different strains, constructs or expression options.
• Analyze and visualise experimental data.
• Document work and contribute to strain-development workflows.
• Present results during project reviews and team meetings.

Conoscenze

English proficiency

Lab work enthusiasm

Analytical mindset

Independent work

Organized

Proactive

Curious

Formazione

Bachelor's or Master's in Biotechnology or related

Strumenti

Molecular biology techniques

Fermentation

Data analysis

Descrizione del lavoro

Internship : R&D - Strain Engineering for Microbial Protein Production

Job Detail

Internship : R&D - Strain Engineering for Microbial Protein Production Job Description Functional Area R&D Job Location BEL - Andenne Country/Region Belgium Who are you? Students Permanent/Temporary Working time Full Time Req ID 36239 Information at a Glance

Internship : R&D - Strain Engineering for Microbial Protein Production

Mission and key tasks

As an intern in the R&D Strain Development team, you will contribute to the development and evaluation of microbial strains for protein production.

The project focuses on creating and assessing microbial host strains and genetic tools to support efficient protein expression and secretion. Activities will combine molecular biology, microbiology, cultivation, screening, and data analysis.

During this internship, you will:

• Support the design of genetic constructs and expression strategies.

• Generate and maintain microbial strains using standard molecular biology and microbiology techniques.

• Perform small-scale cultivation and screening experiments.

• Evaluate strain performance using relevant analytical methods.

• Compare different strain, construct, or expression options.

• Analyse and visualise experimental data.

• Document experimental work and contribute to the improvement of strain-development workflows.

• Present results and conclusions during project reviews and team meetings.

What you will gain:

• Hands-on experience in industrial biotechnology and strain engineering.

• Exposure to microbial host development and recombinant protein production.

• Practical experience with molecular biology, microbiology, cultivation, automation and screening methods.

• Development of experimental design and data-analysis skills.

• Insight into industrial R&D and the development of microbial production platforms.

• Close mentoring from experienced scientists within a multidisciplinary R&D environment.

Who are we looking for?

• You are currently pursuing a Bachelor or Master's degree in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Bioscience Engineering, Biochemistry, Synthetic Biology, or a related scientific discipline.

• You have a strong interest in microbial strain development and industrial biotechnology.

• Proficiency in English is required.

• You enjoy laboratory work and experimental research.

• You are curious and eager to learn.

• You are analytical and scientifically rigorous.

• You are comfortable working independently as well as within a team.

• You are organized and proactive.

• Knowledge of molecular biology, microbiology, genetic engineering, fermentation, protein expression, or data analysis is considered an asset.

Practical info’s

• Period of the internship : in 2027

• Duration of the internship : minimum 5 months

• Location of the internship: Puratos Andenne

• The project may be adapted to support a Master thesis depending on the student's academic program.

• To be eligible for this role, candidates must hold a valid work and residence authorization allowing employment in Belgium.Puratosis not sponsoring work permits or visa applications for this position.

Who are we?

Puratos is a growing, international, Belgian family business with a team of more than 11 000 employees worldwide. Since 1919, we have been developing, producing and distributing innovative ingredients for the bakery, patisserie and chocolate sectors and helping our customers to be successful. We are committed to the health and well-being of people and protecting the planet.

Are you looking for the right recipe for your career? Choose Puratos, a Top Employer in Belgium.

We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.

Working at Puratos Belgium

At Puratos Belgium, we offer a wide range of career opportunities across our HQ, and 5 production sites. Our dedication to safety, health and wellbeing, along with respectful collaboration, empowers our employees to innovate and grow together. Our headquarters is in Groot-Bijgaarden, and we have five production sites located in Groot-Bijgaarden, Erembodegem, Lummen, Andenne, and St-Vith. Driven by an entrepreneurial mindset, we pave the way for career growth and meaningful contributions within our company, the industry, and the communities we serve.
We are a People First organization driven by our values and Puratos magic culture. Join us to drive positive change through food innovation for good.

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This is Puratos

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.We are more than 10.000 employees in over 80 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

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