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We are a team of scientists, engineers, and business operators who are bringing cutting-edge biotechnology products to the world’s most critical industries.\nThe Role\nWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate to join our Bioprocess Technical Operations team. Under the guidance of our experienced scientists and engineers, you will gain hands-on experience and develop skills in fermentation and bioprocess development. The Research Associate will contribute to ongoing projects, conduct fermentation experiments as specified, and assist in bioprocess development activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in biotechnology, microbiology, biochemistry, biochemical engineering, or a related field, along with experience working with microbial cultures and bench-scale fermenters.\nKey Responsibilities\nPrepare and sterilize culture media for fermentation experiments\nSet up, operate, and monitor bench-scale bioreactors/fermenters\nMonitor and control key process parameters, including pH, dissolved oxygen, temperature, agitation, and aeration\nPerform aseptic sampling and prepare samples for analytical testing\nSupport fermentation process development and optimization\nEvaluate media composition and feeding strategies to optimize microbial growth and productivity\nClean, sterilize, and maintain bioreactors and associated process equipment\nAnalyze fermentation data and prepare experimental reports\nSupport process scale-up from shake flasks to bench-scale bioreactors\nFollow established SOPs and laboratory safety procedures\nMaintain accurate documentation of experimental procedures, process data, results, and observations\nQualifications\nBachelor's or Master's degree in biochemical engineering, chemical engineering, biotechnology, microbiology, biochemistry, or a related field\n2+ years of hands-on experience in a laboratory, fermentation, or bioprocess development environment\nHands-on experience operating bench-scale fermenters or bioreactors, basic understanding of key process parameters\nExperience working with bacterial and other microbial cultures\nExcellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records\nGood communication and teamwork skills\nAbility to work independently and in team and manage multiple tasks effectively\nKnowledge of laboratory safety protocols and procedures\nOur Values\nCustomer First: Our first and foremost priority is to give customers technology that makes their business more valuable. There is no deviation from this north star\nPlay to Win: This is a professional team, not a family. Hardcore work ethic is a baseline; measurable impact is how we define success\nExtreme Ownership: We are self-starters who learn voraciously, master our domain, and take full accountability for the outcomes of our work\nRelentless Execution: A good idea is meaningless until it is solving a customer problem. Moving with speed, focus, and determination is how we win in our industry\nRadical Candor: Focused, direct, and impactful communication is our language. 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