Fermentation Lab Technician, Process Development

Locus AG; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Locus Fermentation Solutions is seeking a Lab Technician to support fermentation lab activities in Solon, OH. You will assist with routine microbiology, culture maintenance, and fermentation setup, working toward independent execution of standard procedures.

The ideal candidate has hands-on microbiology experience, sterile techniques, and a detail-oriented approach. Training will cover our fermentation processes and pilot-scale systems, with growth opportunities in a fast-paced biotech

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field; equivalent relevant laboratory experience may also be considered.
• Hands-on experience with microbiology laboratory techniques and sterile/aseptic procedures.
• Experience preparing media, working with microbial cultures, and performing routine microbiological techniques, experience operating Bioreactors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine microbiology and aseptic laboratory techniques, including plating, streaking, serial dilutions, colony isolation, and contamination checks.
• Prepare media, sterile materials, glassware, and other supplies needed for laboratory experiments.
• Prepare, maintain, and monitor seed cultures and inoculum for fermentation activities.
• Set up, inoculate, sample, monitor, and harvest shaker flask cultures.
• Operate multiple laboratory-scale bioreactors and pilot scale bioreactors.
• Assist with bioreactor setup, sterilization, inoculation, sampling, harvesting, cleaning, and preparation for subsequent runs.
• Monitor and document fermentation parameters, including pH, dissolved oxygen, temperature, agitation, and aeration.
• Collect sterile samples and prepare samples for analysis.
• Support batch and fed-batch fermentation experiments, including preparation and addition of feeds.
• Maintain accurate fermentation logs, sample tracking, and experimental documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked laboratory environment and ensure equipment and materials are prepared for upcoming experiments.
• Follow established laboratory, safety, quality, and documentation procedures.
• Perform other laboratory support activities as needed.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Aseptic techniques

Documentation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology/Biotech

Associate degree considered

Tools

Bioreactors

Shaker flasks

Job description

Locus Fermentation Solutions is seeking a Lab Technician to support fermentation lab activities in Solon, OH. You will assist with routine microbiology, culture maintenance, and fermentation setup, working toward independent execution of standard procedures.

The ideal candidate has hands-on microbiology experience, sterile techniques, and a detail-oriented approach. Training will cover our fermentation processes and pilot-scale systems, with growth opportunities in a fast-paced biotech