Laboratory Technician for Innovation Department - Fermentation Applications (m/f/d)

Emply Denmark; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 42.000 - 56.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus program

HVV ProfiTicket subsidy

Further training and development

Mobile work possible at times

Free fruit, water and coffee

Zusammenfassung

Ohly, part of ABF Ingredients, seeks a Laboratory Technician (m/f/d) for the Innovation Department in Hamburg, starting 1 January 2027. You will support development of yeast-derived bionutrients for industrial fermentation and perform a wide range of microbiology tasks in a collaborative, safety-driven lab.

You will prepare media, manage cultures, operate lab-scale fermentation systems, and contribute to SOPs while working with a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic environment.

Qualifikationen

• CTA, BTA, B.Sc. or comparable qualification with a focus on microbiology/biotechnology.
• Hands-on experience in microbiology and aseptic handling
• Experience with fermentation processes or bioreactor operation is an advantage
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Good written and spoken English; German is a plus

Aufgaben

• Prepare culture media and laboratory reagents
• Maintain microbial strain collections, equipment and inventories
• Handle microbial cultures aseptically
• Set up and maintain lab-scale fermentation systems (microtiter plates, flasks, bioreactors)
• Conduct fermentation experiments with sampling, process control and data documentation
• Perform microbiological and physicochemical analyses (cell counts, pH, OD, enzymatic assays)
• Write, review and update SOPs and procedures
• Contribute to lab safety, organization and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in the Innovation department

Kenntnisse

Microbiology

Aseptic handling

Fermentation processes

Bioreactor operation

Organizational skills

Team player

English proficiency

Ausbildung

CTA/BTA/B.Sc. in microbiology/biotechnology

Tools

Bioreactors

Jobbeschreibung

Laboratory Technician for Innovation Department - Fermentation Applications (m/f/d)

Ohly is one of the world’s leading suppliers of yeast-based specialty ingredients for the global food, fermentation, feed and health market. It is part of the ABF Ingredients group (ABFI), providing specialty ingredients to a variety of segments including Food, Beverage, Nutrition, Feed and Pharma. Within the model of devolved autonomy operated by ABF, Ohly develops and implements its own strategy and accounts for its own business success. This empowers our people with great freedom and independence. While enjoying all of the benefits and opportunities that belonging to a global group brings, meaning that individuals and teams can make a real difference within this operating culture.

We are looking for a curious, committed, and highly motivated Laboratory Technician (m/f/d) to join our Microbial Discovery & Bionutrients team in the Innovation department starting from January 1st 2027.

You will support the development of innovative yeast-derived bionutrients and their applications for industrial fermentation processes. The role involves a wide range of laboratory activities with a strong focus on microbiology and fermentation, working closely with our technologists, while also independently managing essential laboratory tasks.

The role & Your tasks

• Prepare culture media and laboratory reagents.
• Maintain microbial strain collections, laboratory equipment, and inventories.
• Prepare and handle microbial cultures, ensuring aseptic handling.
• Set up, operate, and maintain lab-scale fermentation systems (e.g. microtiter plates, flasks, bioreactors).
• Execute fermentation experiments in lab-scale fermentation systems following established protocols, including sampling, process control, and data documentation.
• Conduct microbiological and physicochemical analyses (e.g., cell counting by agar plating, microscopy, pH, optical density, enzymatic assays).
• Write, review, and update SOPs and laboratory procedures.
• Contribute to laboratory organization, safety compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate effectively with our multidisciplinary teams in the Innovation department.

Your profile

• CTA, BTA, B.Sc., or a comparable qualification with a focus on microbiology, industrial biotechnology, biology, or related disciplines.
• Hands-on experience in microbiology and aseptic handling of microorganisms.
• Experience with fermentation processes or bioreactor operation is an advantage.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, proactive, and team-oriented working style.
• Good written and spoken English; German is a plus.

What we offer

• Located in the center of Hamburg (connection to public transport)
• Attractive remuneration
• Participation in the bonus program
• Subsidy for the HVV ProfiTicket
• Opportunity for further training and individual development
• Mobile work possible at times
• Free fruit, water and coffee