Junior Scientist

Believer Meats, formerly known as Future Meat Technologies, is a cultivated meat company excited to scale to feed the world. Driven by a mission to ensure that all future generations can enjoy real and delicious meat, Believer’s technology and process will make meat accessible and affordable to all.

Summary of role and team::

We are looking for a Junior Scientist (Temporary position) to join our R&D department, which will be part of the Cells & Media Development team. As a Junior Scientist, you will design, run, and analyze experiments and culture Believer’s cell lines to further improve our processes and products. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and an eagerness to advance the field of cultured meat. This is a 90% lab-based (hands-on), on-site, position.

Your day-to-day:

As a Junior Scientist, you will –

Design and execute biological research experiments and data analysis in collaboration with other research assistants and scientists.
Perform routine cell culture lab work: seeding and passaging cell cultures, cell counting, metabolite analysis.
Routinely prepare custom-made growth media preparation.
Collect data and document it.
Results analysis and presentation according to project goals and timeline.

The Ideal candidate:

Must-Have:

MSc degree in Life Sciences with at least 2 years of industry experience or PhD in Life Sciences or similar fields.
Expertise in metabolism and/or cell differentiation processes.
Experience with tissue/cell culture and aseptic techniques.
Experience with mammalian/animal cell culture, including cell counting.
Highly motivated individual.
Passion and a good teamworking attitude, independent thinking, great interpersonal relationships.
Fast learner, multitasker, well organized with the ability to keep accurate records with maximum attention to details.
Ability to work in a dynamic and fast changing environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Critical thinking and problem-solving mind.
Ability to work in a dynamic & fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have:

Familiarity with bioprocessing/biotechnology.