Fermentation Process Development Technician

Locus Fermentation Solutions; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Locus Fermentation Solutions in Solon, OH is seeking a Fermentation Technician to support the fermentation laboratory and assist with routine microbiology and fermentation activities. This role involves preparing materials, maintaining cultures, supporting fermentation experiments, and ensuring the lab is organized to support ongoing work.

The ideal candidate has hands-on microbiology experience, understands sterile techniques, and can work toward independence in routine laboratory activities

Qualifications

• Hands-on microbiology laboratory techniques
• Experience with sterile/aseptic procedures
• Ability to prepare media and manage cultures
• Strong attention to detail and documentation

Responsibilities

• Perform routine microbiology and aseptic techniques, including plating and colony checks
• Prepare media, sterile materials, glassware, and lab supplies
• Prepare, maintain and monitor seed cultures for fermentation
• Set up, inoculate, sample, monitor and harvest shaker flask cultures
• Operate laboratory-scale and pilot-scale bioreactors
• Assist with bioreactor setup, sterilization, inoculation, sampling and cleaning
• Monitor fermentation parameters (pH, DO, temperature, agitation) and record data
• Collect sterile samples and prepare analyses
• Support batch and fed-batch fermentation experiments
• Maintain fermentation logs and documentation
• Maintain a clean, organized lab environment and ensure readiness for experiments

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Sterile/aseptic techniques

Independent work

Lab documentation

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field

Tools

Bioreactors

Job description

Locus Fermentation Solutions in Solon, OH is seeking a Fermentation Technician to support the fermentation laboratory and assist with routine microbiology and fermentation activities. This role involves preparing materials, maintaining cultures, supporting fermentation experiments, and ensuring the lab is organized to support ongoing work.

The ideal candidate has hands-on microbiology experience, understands sterile techniques, and can work toward independence in routine laboratory activities