Fermentation Research Associate

Location: Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

BRI is actively seeking a research associate to support product development projects in the animal nutrition area. The major task is to operate fermentation facilities, maintain a pilot fermentation plant, and conduct downstream processes. We expect the candidate to have a strong background in fermentation, with experience covering both bacterial and fungal fermentation. The candidate should also have strong organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to develop solutions to challenging problems.

Responsibilities & Principal Activities:

  • Develop fermentation procedures to improve the productivity and consistency of BRI’s fermentation processes.
  • Operate Sterilize-In-Place (SIP) fermenters (20-L to 200-L scale) for microbial fermentation.
  • Test new fermentation equipment.
  • Maintain safety for fermentation facility.
  • Keep timely notebooks. Analyze and provide interpretations to experimental results. Present data to colleagues. Maintain detailed records and inform management of the progress or issues.
  • Prepare and manage cell banks.
  • Do fermentation product activity testing.

Job Requirements

  • PhD, M.S. or B.S. degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines.
  • Highly skilled in fermentation, with hands-on experience in operating different scales of fermenters.
  • Pilot to large-scale fermentation experience is preferred.
  • Familiar with downstream processes such as centrifugation, filtration and spray drying.
  • Knowledge and experience in maintaining fermentation-related instruments.
  • Knowledge and experience in statistical design and analysis of experiments.
  • Strong attention to detail, able to document work accurately.
  • Must be able to clearly and effectively present scientific data and concepts to colleagues and teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in coordination with senior scientific staff and follow detailed instructions is required.

Offerings

  • Comprehensive Benefits Plan: Medical, Dental, Vision health insurance, FSA, 401k, and Life Insurance.

Type: Full-time

  • Résumés (with position title in the headline) may be emailed directly to [email protected]