Fermentation Scientist: Precision and By-Product Valorization

Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research; Italia; In loco; EUR 42.000 - 64.000; Tempo pieno

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Descrizione del lavoro

Libera Università di Bolzano seeks a researcher to lead projects on fermentation processes for valorization and recycling of food by-products. You will organize lab use, select starter cultures, model microbiomes, and optimize fermentation protocols, contributing to product development with biogenic compounds.

You will characterize products across microbiological, biochemical, nutritional, and sensory dimensions, assessing potential microorganisms for ingredients and supplements.

Competenze

• Experience in laboratory organization and management, including facility scheduling and sample handling.
• Knowledge of starter cultures based on metabolic/technological properties.
• Familiarity with fermentation process optimization and product development.

Mansioni

• Manage and support innovative fermentation processes for valorization of by-products.
• Organize laboratory use, select starter cultures, model microbiomes, and optimize protocols.
• Characterize products microbiologically, biochemically, nutritionally and sensorily.

Descrizione del lavoro

Libera Università di Bolzano seeks a researcher to lead projects on fermentation processes for valorization and recycling of food by-products. You will organize lab use, select starter cultures, model microbiomes, and optimize fermentation protocols, contributing to product development with biogenic compounds.

You will characterize products across microbiological, biochemical, nutritional, and sensory dimensions, assessing potential microorganisms for ingredients and supplements.