Fermentation Technician

On behalf of our client, an Agri-Food company based in Monaghan, I am recruiting for a Fermentation Technician.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Fermentation Lead, the Fermentation Technician is a key role that supports microbial fermentation production.

Main Duties

The Fermentation Technician will be responsible for:

• Day-to-day operation of bench-scale bioreactors, incl. basic operations like preparation and sterilisation of bioreactors, maintenance and calibration of probes and pumps.
• Collecting/interpreting data generated from the fermentations including viable cell counts.
• Harvesting and downstream processing of fermentation samples for use in field trials.
• Disassemble and clean of bioreactors at end of runs.
• Preparation of media and stock solutions, master- and working-cell-banks
• Input laboratory data (online, offline and other analytical data) into data management system and summarising data in spreadsheets.
• Actively communicate and productively and collaboratively interact within and between teams.
• Maintain laboratory documentation in accordance to required scientific, regulatory and intellectual property requirements.
• Coordination of maintenance and repair, as needed.
• Environmental monitoring within the laboratory
• Maintain a clean working environment within the laboratory
• Follow SOPs and safety protocols

This is not an exhaustive list and is subject to change and amendment.

Competencies to perform the role

• Communication: Must have excellent interpersonal skills;
• Can do attitude: Must have a ‘can do’ entrepreneurial attitude with a focus on ‘doing the right stuff’ and ‘getting stuff done’!
• Growth: A thirst to learn, grow and keep in touch with innovation within the wider industry;
• Organisation: Highly efficient administration, detail focused and exacting on time.
• Research standards: conduct research according to the general principles of good research based on honesty, cooperation and responsibility on accurate data acquisition and storage and managing appropriately any conflicts of interest.

Experience and Qualifications

Qualifications

• Possess a level 5 qualification in a science- related discipline.

Experience

• Previous laboratory experience to include experience in basic techniques related to sterile technique.
• Possess excellent computer skills including databases, excel, word and statistical packages.
• Possess excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), excellent interpersonal and presentation skills as well as being team focused.
• Proven record of attention to detail and work with a sense of urgency yet have the ability to be impartial and objective.

Other Significant Role Requirements

• Must be flexible in terms of working hours to ensure deliverables are achieved on time.
• Full driving licence and car required to travel in order to achieve deliverables.
• The suitable applicant must be enthusiastic and bring an energy to the wider team.
• Must be flexible regarding assigned tasks.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please call Ciara on +353 1 2784671 or email cnugent@thornshaw.com

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