Fermentation Scientist – Antimicrobial Bioprocessing

Baccuico; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Enhanced parental leave

Flexible working hours

Access to training courses

Weekly team activities

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A groundbreaking biotech startup in Greater London is seeking a Fermentation Scientist to enhance the production of novel antimicrobials. In this lab-based role, you will collaborate with a team of biologists and engineers to optimize bioprocesses. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Biotechnology or a related field and strong experience in microbial fermentation. Join us to contribute to combating antimicrobial resistance and ensuring global food security through innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biotechnology, Biochemical/Chemical Engineering, or 4+ years of industrial experience.
• Experience with microbial secondary metabolites and non-model microbes.
• Demonstrated bioprocess optimisation experience in shake flasks and/or bioreactors.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute R&D experiments to improve antimicrobial titres.
• Conduct routine microbial fermentations from 100 mL to 3 L.
• Make data-driven decisions for process optimisation.

Skills

Biotechnology

Biochemical/Chemical Engineering

Microbial fermentation

Data-driven decision making

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Biotechnology or related field

Tools

Bioreactors

Job description

A groundbreaking biotech startup in Greater London is seeking a Fermentation Scientist to enhance the production of novel antimicrobials. In this lab-based role, you will collaborate with a team of biologists and engineers to optimize bioprocesses. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Biotechnology or a related field and strong experience in microbial fermentation. Join us to contribute to combating antimicrobial resistance and ensuring global food security through innovative solutions.