Fermentation Scientist

  • Full-time

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

  • Support clients Manufacturing Scientist and Technology Fermentation Group supporting microbial organisms growth through fermentation and necessary recovery steps to partially isolate the bacterial products from fermentation broth
  • Execution of processes at lab and pilot scales, process development and characterization, scale-up and tech transfer to commercial manufacturing, process simulation and modeling, process troubleshooting, qualification of alternate raw materials and components, new technology development, etc
  • Preparation of fermentation medium, buffer solutions, consumable materials, etc. as needed to support experiment execution
  • Execution of lab or pilot-scale fermentations using various scale fermentation platforms (250 mL to 150 L), as needed
  • Utilizing technical knowledge to identify, troubleshoot, and assist with resolution of process problems
  • Documenting experiment execution using an electronic lab notebook, batch record, and/or protocols
  • Organizing technical data and provide oral presentations or technical reports to communicate results, as required
  • Prioritizing and organizing work to meet project deadlines and support team goals
  • Working on second or third shift to support fermentation operations may be required on a frequent basis

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or other science related degree concentration, 
  • 2-4 years of industry experience 
  • Direct fermentation product recovery and extraction experienc
  • Experience/Knowledge with fermenters or industry based fermentation experience
  • Fermentation Extraction Experience
    • Homogenization
    • pH titrations
  • Fermentation Recovery Experience
    • Standard and Continuous flow centrifugation
    • Chemical or Biological based extraction methods (Detergents, Solvents) 
    • Filtration (Ultrafilitration, Depth Filtration, Sterile Filtration)
  • Experience with operating and monitoring of fermentation equipment, centrifugation and performing sterile technique
  • Experience with accurate pipetting and performing serial dilutions
  • Experience with chromatographic techniques (such as IEX, affinity chromatography, HPLC, and Reverse phase chromatography) is a plus
  • Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivated, adaptability, and a positive attitude
  • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Sanford, NC are encouraged to apply.

  • Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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