Research & Development Lab Technician

R&D Lab Technician - Position Posting

The R&D Lab Technician is an experienced engineer, scientist, technician, or related occupation that is responsible for the safe operation of fermentation and downstream processing systems in the company.

This role reports to Director of R&D.

The key responsibilities of this role are:
Revenue 100%
- Participates in all aspects of upstream and downstream processing, including:

- Medium Preparation/Sterilization
- Inoculum preparation (Seed training)
- Set up, operate and take down bioreactors (benchtop and pilot scale)
- Inoculation /Fermentation/Separation
- Cleaning and inspecting vessels
- Operate troubleshoot and maintain bioreactors at lab and pilot scale.
- Operates downstream processing equipment, e.x. disc stack centrifuge, filtration units, spray dryer, etc.
- Monitors the processing equipment utilized for fermentation, assuring operation within established norms regarding nutrient addition, temperature, and pH control via Controller.
- Troubleshoots/Maintains process equipment and instrument devices such as, valves, gaskets, o-rings, calibration, level transmitters, temperature sensors, etc. and makes adjustments/corrections or initiates maintenance work orders, when required.
- Participates in the commissioning and start-up of pilot-scale fermentation and downstream processing lines.
- Communicates findings to internal project teams.
- Follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Writes GMP compliant technical documentation including recording in Batch Records, laboratory notebooks, reports, and Standard Operating Procedures
- Assists with the implementation and maintenance of Management of Change (MoC) systems specific to the fermentation operations.
- Maintains safety in the operation of fermenters/bioreactors and support Safety Management (SM) for the facility.
- Completes required general sanitation and housekeeping duties in all assigned areas, including, but not limited to, fermentation/separation/receiver areas.

Infrastructure
- Supports on-going development and implementation of resource management programs to measure and optimize energy efficiency and sustainability

Human Dynamics
- Use company values as a decision-making tool
- Embody company purpose, values and the cultural commitments
- Build healthy and prosperous relationships within team, company and with external partners/collaborators

The qualifications and skills required to be a good fit for this role are:

- BSc (Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering) or BASc (Chemical, Environmental, Biological) degree or any relevant degree with 1-3 years experience in a biotech, pharmaceutical, biofuel, or food fermentation operations role.
- Background in fermentation and downstream processing strongly preferred.
- Expertise in cGMP food and/or pharmaceutical operations is preferred.
- Troubleshoot skills and mechanical aptitude.
- Able to recognize when optimization, correction, or custom changes are necessary - ability to troubleshoot and manage operations.
- Excellent communication skills, particularly the ability to thoroughly document operation activities and details.
- Accuracy and attention to detail; logical and methodical approach to problem solving.
- Able to develop and maintain productive and positive relationships with scientist, transportation vendors, contractors, and other employees.
- Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from internal/external customers.
- Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly throughout shift.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $55,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Work Location: One location