Fermentation Research Associate

Amai Proteins is the tasty Designer Protein company. Amai (means ‘sweet’ in Japanese) Pro-Protein platform combines: (a) Agile-Integrative Computational Protein Design (AI-CPD) to design proteins that are fit to the mass food market as to stability, taste, and other attributes; (b) precision fermentation production in an array of host organisms and (c) food technology to assess the Designer Proteins and integrate them to consumer-packaged goods. In this framework, Amai assesses numerous proteins in an array of host organisms from small lab-scale to very large industrial scales.

As a Fermentation Scientist, your primary responsibility is to design, execute, and analyze experiments related to fermentation to improve yields, product quality, and process efficiency. The position entails hands-on laboratory work.

Responsibilities:

• Fermentation Process Development: Design, plan, and conduct experiments to develop and optimize fermentation processes to produce various proteins via different host microorganisms.
• Support of the Molecular Biology team with strain screening and selection.
• Process Monitoring and Control: Implement strategies for real-time monitoring and control of fermentation processes.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze experimental data. Summarize findings in technical reports and presentations to share progress and results.
• Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance and calibration of fermentation equipment, ensuring that they are in optimal working condition.
• Writing working procedures and SOP’s.

Qualification and skills:

• BSc. In life science/chemical engineering/biotechnology engineering.
• At least two years of experience in lab fermentation, strong knowledge of fermentation principles.
• Knowledge of various fermentation technologies, bioreactors, and control systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot fermentation-related issues.
• Good communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a safe laboratory environment.