Senior Bioprocess Engineer

Hilton Foods; Corsham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Senior Bioprocess Engineer to lead advancements in sustainable food technology. This role involves designing and optimizing bioreactor processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving R&D projects in cellular agriculture. You'll be at the forefront of bioprocess engineering, contributing to solutions that enhance food security and sustainability. If you are passionate about bioprocessing and eager to make a positive impact, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive team and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package in a world-class facility.

Benefits

Pension

Bupa medical cover

Life assurance

Share options

Competitive holiday allowance

World-class training and development

Qualifications

• Experience with pilot-scale bioreactors and bioprocess scaling.
• Ability to analyze bioreactor data and optimize processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize bioreactor processes for quality and safety.
• Lead R&D projects in cell culture and bioprocess scaling.

Skills

Pilot-scale bioreactors

Cell culture

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in relevant field

Tools

CIP

SIP

COP

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Role Title: Senior Bioprocess Engineer

Salary: £42,000-46,000

Location: Corsham Science Park

Salary: £42000 - £46000 per annum

Work Type: Permanent

Location: Corsham, England

Industry: FMCG

Role Title: Senior Bioprocess Engineer

Salary: £42,000-46,000

Location: Corsham Science Park

Cellular Agriculture Ltd produces technology that aims to make cultivated meat a widely available, sustainable, ethical, affordable protein alternative.

We are passionate about food security, sustainability, and next-generation solutions, and we're looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. Our company integrates R&D, Engineering, and Operations to deliver innovative technologies that support sustainable alternative proteins and global food security. We value diversity and foster an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our culture. As a Senior Bioprocess Engineer, you will work with bioreactors and bioprocess technologies, leading and managing projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving innovation in cell culture bioprocess design. Your work will help advance our biotechnological processes and positively impact our company and community.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize pilot-scale bioreactor processes to ensure the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and safety.
• Work closely with the bioprocess team to scale up processes effectively and monitor process performance metrics including yield, productivity, and metabolites.
• Lead or contribute to R&D projects involving media preparation, downstream processing, and large-scale production of animal cell culture.
• Collaborate with biologists, biomaterial scientists, and engineering teams to refine bioreactor designs and enhance tissue engineering capabilities.
• Apply your expertise in bioprocess scaling and cell culture to creatively influence bioreactor and bioprocess operations.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of safety policies, ensuring adherence to SOPs and industry standards.
• Stay current with industrial advancements, sharing insights with colleagues to keep the company at the forefront of bioprocessing innovations.
  
  

Required Qualifications And Skills

• Significant experience working with pilot-scale bioreactors, cell culture, large-scale sterile media preparation, and bioprocess scaling.
• Experience with data analysis using key bioreactor parameters and correlations
• Hands-on operations such as CIP, SIP, COP, seed train and inoculation.
• Proven track record of managing R&D projects, solving complex problems, and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build strong working relationships across teams, communicate effectively, and contribute to a positive team dynamic.
• Strong independent work ethic and ability to think creatively to design and optimize bioprocesses.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in relevant field.
• Downstream processing at pilot or industrial scale
• Experience in cultivated meat or industrial biotechnology.
• Familiarity with GMP environments
  
  

We're Looking For Someone Who Is

• Innovative and proactive in solving complex challenges.
• Organized, practical, and logical with an ability to prioritize and complete tasks efficiently.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Adaptable in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, and willing to 'chip in' where needed to get things done.
  
  

If you're excited about shaping the future of food and bioprocess engineering, we'd love to hear from you!

The Benefits

In addition to working in a world class facility based in the Bath region with a supporting and inclusive team, you will receive a highly competitive base salary, share options in a growing biotech enterprise, competitive holiday allowance and a fantastic benefits package including pension, Bupa medical cover and life assurance. You will have access to world-class training, development, and networking with organisations across cellular agriculture, and food systems.

Closing date: Sunday 27th April

Stage 1 interviews (online): 7th May

On site interviews to be held: Tuesday 13th May

When Applying: Please include a cover letter detailing your experience and why you wish to apply for this role.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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