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Job Location drjobs

Franklin - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

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1 Vacancy

Job Description

About Us:
Microbial Discovery Group (MDG) is an R&Ddriven product development and Bacillus fermentation company. We apply Real Science to a Trusted Process yielding Proven Success for our partners. At MDG we recognize the need for sustainable solutions to the worlds largest problems and we work to solve them as part of our mission to Feed Clean Save the World. As a member of our team your ideas and innovations are integral to who we are. Come grow with us!
Position Summary:
MDG is seeking a highly motivated technician to become a member of our Process Development team. The candidate must be adaptable goaloriented forwardthinking and selfmotivated with a strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other teams.
This is an entry level position. The employee will typically have limited professional job experience
This job has minimal responsibilities and is guided by Process Development manager and a mentor
Responsibilities:
  • Perform routine lab and equipment maintenance such as cleaning glassware counter topsand equipment
  • Set up operate and monitor fermentation processes in 0.25L to 300L bioreactors activitiesinclude bioreactor setup harvest downstream processing cleaning sterilization andturnover to maintain a set run schedule
  • Perform equipment verification checks per the schedule
  • Complete the lab housekeeping tasks per the schedule
  • Assist with initial sample prep/weighup/labeling of plates for other Microbiologists
  • Assist with plate reading
  • Assist with laboratory supply and inventory upkeep
  • Coordinate media and reagent needs daily
  • Familiarizes themselves with laboratory procedures and tasks
  • Collect and maintain accurate data records
  • Participate in ongoing training on equipment and process operations to support effective job task performance
  • Contribute and adhere to all safety standards and practices
  • Follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Maintains a high level of sterile awareness
  • Handle and protect confidential and sensitive data with integrity
  • Perform related work and other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Knowledge Skills Abilities
  • High School diploma or equivalent with 13 years relevant job experience
  • Associates degree or higher is desirable
Education Training Experience
  • Experience within a laboratory is preferred
  • High level of independence and initiative is required
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
  • Majority of work is conducted in a laboratory environment and may include occasional exposure to cold temperatures
  • Work includes lifting (up to 30 lbs.) and frequent use of hands for handling objects tools and controls
  • May be exposed to airborne particles and chemicals used in fermentation production facilities
Safety Requirements:
  • Mandated use of companyissued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Adherence to all company safety procedures and regulations to maintain a safe working environment

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Employment Type

Full-Time

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