Microbiology/Biotechnology Lab Technician

Generare Bioscience; Paris; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Generare in Paris is seeking a Microbiology/Biotechnology Lab Technician to advance microbial workflows from soil samples to extraction of bioactive compounds. The role focuses on hands-on techniques in molecular biology, fermentation, and compound extraction, with close collaboration with the Production team.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of lab experience in biotech or microbiology and holds BTS/DUT or Licence credentials in microbiology, biotechnology, or molecular biology.

Qualifications

• Education: BTS, DUT or Licence in microbiology, biotechnology, or molecular biology.
• 3–5 years of laboratory experience in biotech or microbiology environment.

Responsibilities

• Sample processing & microbial workflows: isolation, DNA extraction, PCR, transformation, sequencing (Nanopore).
• Molecular biology & fermentation: cloning libraries construction, host transformation, culture in fermentation conditions.
• Compound extraction: organic extractions of microbial cultures to isolate bioactive small molecules.
• Lab coordination & maintenance: prepare reagents, maintain equipment, ensure readiness for daily workflows.
• Documentation & traceability: record protocols and results in lab software with rigor.
• Team collaboration: work with Production team to plan and execute workflows.

Skills

PCR

DNA extraction

Sequencing

Transformation

Cloning libraries

Fermentation

Education

BTS, DUT or Licence in microbiology, biotechnology, or molecular biology

Tools

Nanopore sequencing

PCR machines

Lab equipment handling

Job description

Microbiology/Biotechnology Lab Technician

Join Generare as Microbiology Lab Technician: hands‑on microbial workflows, prep, fermentation, and extraction to advance our biotech discovery engine in Paris.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior Laboratory Technician to join our production team and play a key role in executing daily workflows that take us from soil‑derived microbial samples to the extraction of valuable therapeutic compounds.

You will work on a variety of technical steps central to Generare’s discovery engine, including microbial isolation, DNA extraction and sequencing, strain transformation, fermentation, and compound extraction. You will collaborate closely with other lab team members to ensure experimental quality, equipment readiness, and accurate documentation of procedures. This position is ideal for a hands‑on, experienced technician eager to contribute to a growing deep‑tech environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Sample processing & microbial workflows: Perform microbial isolation, DNA extraction, PCR, strain transformation, and sequencing (Nanopore).
• Molecular biology & fermentation: Support the construction of cloning libraries, transformation of host strains, and culture in fermentation conditions.
• Compound extraction: Carry out organic extractions of microbial cultures to isolate bioactive small molecules.
• Lab coordination & maintenance: Prepare reagents, maintain laboratory equipment, and ensure readiness of material for daily workflows.
• Documentation & traceability: Record protocols and experimental results in lab software with a high degree of rigor.
• Team collaboration: Work closely with the Production team to plan and execute workflows efficiently and support collective goals.

Profile

• Education: BTS, DUT or Licence in microbiology, biotechnology, or molecular biology.
• Experience: 3–5 years of laboratory experience, ideally in a biotech or microbiology‑focused environment.

Hard skills

• Good command of molecular biology techniques (PCR, transformation, DNA prep).
• Familiarity with microbial culture and basic fermentation techniques.
• Experience with sequencing and organic extraction is a strong plus.

Soft skills

• Organization: Excellent record‑keeping, attention to detail, and lab hygiene standards.
• Team spirit: Ability to work collaboratively, communicate clearly, and take ownership of shared lab responsibilities.

Languages

Proficient in French, comfortable reading and writing in English.