Fermentation Lab Technician

MOA Foodtech combines biotechnology and artificial intelligence to transform waste and by- products of the agri-food industry into a '' next generation protein '' with high nutritional value and 100% sustainable.
If you are concerned about the environmental situation and you are ready to contribute to…

• Reduce the impact of climate change
• Stop deforestation
• Feed society in a healthy and sustainable way Join us to make a difference for a sustainable world!

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Lab Technician to join us in the Fermentation area.

Requirements

• BSc or higher level professional training in related area to Microbiology.
• At least 3 years of experience in bioprocess units that include preparation and sterilization of culture media, bioreactor operation and control, sampling, harvest and processing of biomass, by means of centrifugation and ultrafiltration.
• At least 3 years of experience in bacterial and yeast cell cultures.
• Experience in laboratory management: equipment calibration and verification plan, quality system management, material reception and preparation, etc.
•  Experience in food microbiology, GMP for food and bioreactor experiment design will be valuable.
• Good level of English
• Learning capacity, detailed work and organization.

Role and Responsibilities

As part of the Fermentation area, you will be tasked with

• Run lab operations including large- and small-scale media preparation, microbial culture development, sterile technique, and autoclave operation.
• Operate bioreactors to support the study and improvement of fermentation processes. This will include addition of medium components, sterilization, daily sampling, cleaning and routine maintenance.
• Evaluate test methods as assigned to determine accuracy, consistency & relevancy. Perform validations on new methods when required, improve current methods if necessary and ensure minimal variation with testing equipment.
• Review, evaluate, create, maintain, and edit documents, databases, reports and records.
• Maintain lab equipment in calibrated and good working.
• Stock management of laboratory material.
• Orders management.