Industrial Microbiology R&D Engineer - Contamination Tech

CT19; Paris; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CT19 is seeking an R&D Microbiology Engineer to join a mission-driven team redefining microbiology with advanced optical systems and AI. This position involves designing and executing microbiology experiments, leading R&D initiatives, and collaborating with data science and hardware teams. Candidates should hold a PhD or Master’s in microbiology or biotechnology, have 3+ years of R&D experience, and be proficient in bacterial culture techniques and microbiological assays. Fluency in French and English is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on R&D experience in an industrial or applied research environment.
• Experience in food, pharma, or industrial biotech environments highly advantageous.
• Proactive, autonomous, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead microbiology experiments aligned with product and platform development.
• Define methodologies and ensure alignment with broader company objectives.
• Collaborate closely with data science and hardware teams to integrate biological insights.

Skills

Bacterial culture techniques

Microbiological assays

Contamination monitoring

Data analysis tools (Excel, Python, R)

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Excellent communication in French and English

Education

PhD or Master’s degree in microbiology, biotechnology, or related field

Tools

LIMS and digital lab systems

Job description

CT19 is seeking an R&D Microbiology Engineer to join a mission-driven team redefining microbiology with advanced optical systems and AI. This position involves designing and executing microbiology experiments, leading R&D initiatives, and collaborating with data science and hardware teams. Candidates should hold a PhD or Master’s in microbiology or biotechnology, have 3+ years of R&D experience, and be proficient in bacterial culture techniques and microbiological assays. Fluency in French and English is required.