R&D Lab Tech: Fermentation & Analytics

Primient; Tennessee; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Healthcare plans

Dental & vision insurance

401(k) plan with matching

Disability insurance

Paid holidays & vacation

Floating days off

Parental leave

Learning & development programs

Culture and growth opportunities

Job summary

Primient is seeking an R&D Lab Tech to perform 15 L fed-batch fermentation experiments and collect data, diagnosing production strain issues and contamination. You will operate HPLC, GC, carbohydrate analyzers, balances, and meters to support lab-scale trials and process improvements.

A strong team player who can multi-task in a fast-paced setting is essential. The role requires a science degree with lab experience; night shifts may be needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a 4-year college degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry or related science field with at least 1-year biological or chemical laboratory experience preferred.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills and ability to work smoothly in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment/adapt to changing procedures with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs, and use ladders to work from heights.
• Night shift, holidays and/or weekends may be required on a limited basis.

Responsibilities

• Complete 15 liter (L) fed-batch fermentation experiments and collect data.
• Provide molecular or microbiological diagnostic testing for issues related to production strain performance, foreign bacterial growth in fermenters or downstream processes, and bacteriophage testing.
• Operate laboratory analytical equipment for the R&D laboratory, including High-Performance Liquid Chromatography, Gas Chromatography, carbohydrate analyzers, balances and meters.
• Hands-on support for the manufacture and validation of working and master cell banks used in manufacture of 1,3-propanediol.
• Obtain and analyze field samples from the manufacturing process to assist troubleshooting and improvement initiatives.
• Complete lab-scale trials of downstream processes including ion exchange and filtration.

Skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Fast-paced work

Physical stamina

Night shift availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry or related science

1 year lab experience preferred

Tools

HPLC

GC

Carbohydrate analyzers

Balances

Meters

Job description

Primient is seeking an R&D Lab Tech to perform 15 L fed-batch fermentation experiments and collect data, diagnosing production strain issues and contamination. You will operate HPLC, GC, carbohydrate analyzers, balances, and meters to support lab-scale trials and process improvements.

A strong team player who can multi-task in a fast-paced setting is essential. The role requires a science degree with lab experience; night shifts may be needed.