Actalent Saint Louis , MO 63150
Posted 1 week ago
Description:
We are looking for a talented Fermentation Technician to support our fermentation processes and contribute to the success of our projects. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in the execution of fermentation experiments, monitoring and maintaining fermentation equipment, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The Fermentation Technician Contractor will play a vital role in optimizing fermentation processes and contributing to the development of innovative products.
POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Participate in the preparation and execution of fermentations up to 300L
Participate in activities directly related to different aspects of process development and industrialization of bioprocesses
You will contribute to the development of critical process development for the manufacturing of biologics
Supporting the research scientists, routine analysis, reporting and communicating results
Conduct pilot scale fermentation trials, routine experiments, organizing and communicating results; may provide routine analysis as needed
Make solutions, media, and plates
Prepare and stage materials to support experiments
Clean and sterilize labware
Assemble and disassemble glass fermentation vessels
Place orders and monitor inventory
Coordinate workload with the Fermentation Engineering team and other Lab Assistants
Help maintain an orderly lab
Education Requirement(s):
Skill & Competency Requirements:
Experience making solutions, making media and plates, cleaning labware, operating autoclaves and industrial dishwashers, placing orders as needed
Able to prioritize and execute simultaneous tasks.
Comfortable working within a small, collaborative team
Experience with following lab safety protocols and procedures
Preferences:
Experience with fermentation equipment.
Experience with sterile technique and microbiology.
Experience working with yeast and bacterial organisms is a plus.
Familiarity with spreadsheet software and dealing with large data sets.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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