Job Information
Actalent Fermentation Technician in Chesterfield, Missouri
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
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Education Requirement(s):
• Bachelor's degree in microbiology, chemical engineering, bioprocessing or related scientific field. 5plus years experience
Skill & Competency Requirements: (list 3 to 5 non-negotiable items such as years of experience, industry of preference, specific knowledge items, professional certifications, skills, abilities, etc.)
• 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: (list nice-to-haves such a specific knowledge items, certifications, skills, abilities, etc.)
• 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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.