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Role description:
The Fermentation Scientist will be part of a team supporting research and development and day-to-day operations of Colorifix’s proprietary processes involving fermentation at its R&D site in Norwich. As part of the Colorifix cross-site Fermentation Working Group this role will also involve excellent communication of plans, results and tech transfer to colleagues across sites.

The role requires a sound knowledge of fermentation processes (batch, fed-batch, continuous), high competency in aseptic technique and the handling and management of Class 1 genetically modified bacteria and yeast. The Fermentation Scientist will also be responsible for the design and coordination of experiments using small scale fermenters. The position will require close working with other Divisions to help coordinate fermentation derived work packages in active projects.

Assigned tasks will include, support and characterization of working/master cell banks and fermentation seed trains, media preparations and fermentor set up, running and data collection, underpinned with quality control measures. The Fermentation Scientist will also be expected to contribute to the maintenance and efficient running of the fermentation suite with good laboratory practice. The nature of the work will mean that from time to time this may include working over a weekend and with flexible hours and occasionally at Colorifix’s Cambridge site.

Essential skills and experience:

• MSc in Biological sciences, bioprocess engineering or similar, or a PhD in a Fermentation related activity AND 3-5 years relevant technical work experience in a microbiological laboratory environment
• First-hand experience of running lab-scale fermenters.
• An excellent understanding of microbiology culturing techniques and working with aseptic technique.
• Experience in the use of conventional laboratory equipment (e.g. centrifugation, microscope, spectrophotometer, pH meter).
• Excellent communicator: report writing, presentations and verbal communication skills are a necessity.
• Flexible team player that is committed to the success of the team as a whole.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and continuously improve operations in the laboratory.
• Good organizational skills. Practiced in data analysis, report writing and in communication of results.

Desirable skills and experience

• Experience of preparing master/working cell banks or seed trains.
• Experience of the use of electronic lab books and attention to detail for record keeping
• Experience in troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Writing SOPs and implementing quality control measures
• Working with quality control templates for data analysis.
• Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams.

Title: Fermentation Scientist
Reports to: Chief Technical Officer
Location: Innovation Centre, Norwich Research Park, NR4 7GJ, NORWICH
Remuneration: £35,000 to £42,000 depending on experience.
Holidays: 25 + BH + birthday
Benefits: Pension scheme, EMI share options, health cash plan, employee wellbeing budget, company social events and annual retreat.

Local Amenities: on-site cafes, on-site nursery, parking

Apply: Please submit your CV and cover letter to recruitment@colorifix.com.

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