Pilot Fermentation Technician—R&D Lab (Permanent)

Gamma Recruitment; San Mateo de Gállego; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Indefinite contract

Job summary

Gamma Recruitment seeks a motivated Fermentation Technician to join its R&D team in Spain. You will support the operation of a pilot-scale microbial fermentation plant, handling bioreactors, spray dryers, and downstream processing equipment.

You will assist senior scientists, monitor processes, collect samples, and maintain equipment, while following safety protocols and contributing to applied research in alternative protein sources.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on experience in a lab, pilot plant, or industrial fermentation setting.
• Familiarity with basic lab procedures and fermentation processes.
• Experience handling microbial cultures and basic equipment.
• Good organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Able to follow instructions and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, operate, and clean fermentation and downstream processing equipment.
• Monitor fermentation processes and record process parameters.
• Collect samples and assist in biomass and enzyme production projects.
• Conduct routine lab and equipment maintenance (cleaning, sterilization, basic troubleshooting).
• Adhere to safety and operational protocols.

Skills

Hands-on lab experience

Team collaboration

Record-keeping

Safety protocols

Basic English

Education

FP Grado Superior

BSc in Biotechnology/Food Technology/Biology/Bioprocess Engineering

Tools

Bioreactors

Spray dryers

Centrifuges

CIP systems

Job description

Gamma Recruitment seeks a motivated Fermentation Technician to join its R&D team in Spain. You will support the operation of a pilot-scale microbial fermentation plant, handling bioreactors, spray dryers, and downstream processing equipment.

You will assist senior scientists, monitor processes, collect samples, and maintain equipment, while following safety protocols and contributing to applied research in alternative protein sources.