Fermentation Scientist - Process Optimization & Scale-Up

Cibus; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Cibus is seeking a Scientist, Fermentation at its San Diego site to join a cross-functional team developing efficient fermentation processes using yeast and bacterial strains for high value ingredients. The role requires a strong background in fermentation, DOE, and data analysis with 5+ years of BS or 3+ years with MS.

Responsibilities include experimental design, process optimization, tech transfer readiness, and collaboration with Strain Development, Downstream Processing, and Analytical

Qualifications

• B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in Bio/Chemical Engineering, Fermentation, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years (B.S.) or 3 years (M.S.) of fermentation research experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute fermentation experiments including seed train, media and process optimizations to maximize product titer and specification goals.
• Develop and implement procedures to increase fermentation reproducibility and throughput; support troubleshooting and investigations.
• Conduct data analysis to understand key factors affecting fermentation results and guide DOE design.
• Improve fermentation titer, yield, or costs; build and manage a fermentation database.
• Interpret and present data, maintain fermentation lab, equipment, and supplies.
• Interact with Strain Development, Downstream Processing, and Analytical teams for iterative refinement.

Skills

Fermentation tech

Experimental design

DOE

Data analysis

Aseptic techniques

Education

Bio/Chemical Engineering / Fermentation / Microbiology or related

Tools

BioFlo 320

Bioreactors

Job description

Cibus is seeking a Scientist, Fermentation at its San Diego site to join a cross-functional team developing efficient fermentation processes using yeast and bacterial strains for high value ingredients. The role requires a strong background in fermentation, DOE, and data analysis with 5+ years of BS or 3+ years with MS.

Responsibilities include experimental design, process optimization, tech transfer readiness, and collaboration with Strain Development, Downstream Processing, and Analytical