Specialist Cell biologist for cell feed

Nutreco; Stavanger; Sur place; NOK 900 000 - 1 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Nutreco is seeking a Specialist Cell Biologist for its Cell Feed initiative in Stavanger, Norway. This hands-on role focuses on developing and testing cell culture media, improving laboratory capabilities, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners.

You will design experiments, optimize protocols, and contribute data-driven insights to the cell nutrition program within the Biotechnology team at Skretting. English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Biomedicine, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or related field.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, including 2D and 3D models, stem cell culture, and sterile aseptic work.
• Knowledge of cell culture media development, optimization, and cell nutrition research.
• Strong experimental design, statistics, data analysis, and ability to independently design, execute, troubleshoot, and interpret experiments.
• Experience developing, optimizing, and implementing laboratory methods relevant to cell-based R&D.
• Experience from a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or other R&D environment.
• Strong communication skills with experience presenting findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience in quality-focused lab with robust documentation; managing a cell culture laboratory is an advantage.
• Experience with induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) is considered an advantage.

Responsabilités

• Set up, maintain, and apply 2D and 3D cell culture models.
• Develop and optimize tailor-made cell culture media for different cell types.
• Test premixes and functional ingredients across relevant cell models.
• Plan and conduct cell nutrition research and interpret experimental outcomes.
• Independently plan, prioritize, execute, troubleshoot, and document experiments.
• Develop, optimize, and implement new laboratory methods and techniques.
• Generate high-quality data and communicate results to project managers and stakeholders.
• Support day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of the cell culture laboratory.

Connaissances

Cell culture

Mammalian cells

Stem cell culture

Experimental design

Data analysis

Scientific communication

Aseptic techniques

Quality documentation

Formation

MSc/PhD in Biomedicine

Biochemistry / Molecular Biology

Description du poste

Specialist for Cell Feed Job Description: Specialist Cell Biologist - Cell Feed Temporary assignment Stavanger, Norway

Join us in shaping the future of sustainable food production. At Nutreco, we are driven by a clear purpose: Feeding the Future. As the global population continues to grow, new and emerging protein production methods will play an important role alongside traditional farming. Through our Cell Feed initiative, we partner with cultivated protein companies to develop sustainable inputs for the emerging cellular agriculture industry. As a Specialist Cell Biologist for Cell Feed, you will contribute to our purpose of Feeding the Future by advancing cell culture media development for the cultivated protein industry. Joining our Biotechnology team on a long term temporary assignment, you will work in a small, entrepreneurial environment focused on developing innovative cell feed solutions and strengthening our research capabilities.

In this hands-on role, you will develop and test cell culture media, implement new methodologies, and support the continuous development of our cell culture laboratory capabilities. You will collaborate closely with internal colleagues and external partners and work primarily from our research centre, the Skretting Bubble, as part of Skretting's Biotechnology team and Nutreco's broader Cell Feed initiative. This position is located in Stavanger, Norway.

Key responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and apply 2D and 3D cell culture models.
• Develop and optimize tailor-made cell culture media for different cell types.
• Test premixes and functional ingredients across relevant cell models.
• Plan and conduct cell nutrition research and interpret experimental outcomes.
• Independently plan, prioritize, execute, troubleshoot, and document experiments.
• Develop, optimize, and implement new laboratory methods and techniques.
• Generate high-quality data and communicate results to project managers and other stakeholders.
• Support the day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of the cell culture laboratory, including routines, equipment, consumables, documentation, and organization.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary internal teams and external industry partners.
• Present scientific work to technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications and experience

• MSc or PhD in Biomedicine, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Extensive hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, including 2D and 3D models, stem cell culture, and sterile laboratory work using aseptic techniques.
• Knowledge of cell culture media development, optimization, and cell nutrition research.
• Strong scientific mindset with experience in experimental design, statistics, data analysis, and the ability to independently design, execute, troubleshoot, and interpret experiments.
• Experience developing, optimizing, and implementing laboratory methods and techniques relevant to cell-based research and development.
• Experience from a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or other R&D environment.
• Strong communication skills with experience presenting scientific findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience working in a quality-focused laboratory environment with strong documentation practices; experience managing and maintaining a cell culture laboratory is an advantage.
• Experience with induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) is considered an advantage.

What we are looking for

You are a proactive, self-driven, and solution-oriented professional with strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. You take ownership of your work, are comfortable working independently, and approach tasks in a structured and detail-oriented manner. You thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments and build strong relationships with both internal colleagues and external partners. In addition, you communicate clearly, present complex information effectively, and have professional proficiency in written and spoken English.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Nutreco is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Nutreco is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.

For more information regarding the vacancy in Specialist Cell Biologist please contact Josi Buerger, Head of Innovation, Cell Nutrition at [e-mail]. You can also contact the Talent Acquisition Business Partner in Skretting, Elselill Sunde, at [e-mail].

Application deadline: 25 October 2026 #Ownit #Skretting #feedingthefuture

Our organisation: Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and fish feed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Quality, innovation and sustainability are guiding principles, embedded in the Nutreco culture from research and raw material procurement to products and services for agriculture and aquaculture. Experience across 100 years brings Nutreco a rich heritage of knowledge and experience for building its future. Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and aquafeed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Its two global company brands Skretting (aqua feed) and Trouw Nutrition (animal nutrition) have sales in over 90 countries. Our purpose Feeding the Future captures a big challenge: feeding 9 billion people in 2050. Our responsibility is twofold: we need to make a significant contribution to meeting the rapid increase in worldwide demand for food; on the other hand, we need to find the right balance in order that we can realize growth while making also responsible choices for people and planet. To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.nutreco.com.