Grade and Salary: Grade 5 (£26,707 - £30,378 pro rata for part time)
FTE and working pattern: Part time (0.6FTE - 21 hours per week), Fixed term contract for 5 months.
Job Purpose:
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Technician to support an industrial research project, in collaboration with Take Root Bio Ltd. The role will involve laboratory-based experimental work, data analysis, and literature review to support the development of innovative fermentation and distillation processes for industrial applications.
This position is a part-time, fixed-term contract (3 days a week, for 5 months) and may involve working in collaboration with industry partners.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Conduct fermentation and distillation experiments at lab scale, including preparation of media, inoculation, monitoring, and sampling.
2. Perform microbiological and analytical techniques (e.g. sample preparation, spectrophotometry, alcohol meters).
3. Collect, analyse, and document experimental data with accuracy and scientific integrity.
4. Assist in the design and optimisation of fermentation conditions and process parameters.
5. Contribute to lab safety, cleanliness, and compliance with health and safety procedures.
6. Participate in regular project meetings and contribute to reporting and presentation of research findings.
7. Perform literature reviews to support experimental design and data interpretation.
Essential:
8. A BSc or equivalent in microbiology, biotechnology, biochemical engineering, or a related life science discipline.
9. Practical experience with microbial culture techniques and aseptic handling.
10. Knowledge of fermentation and distillation principles
11. Good laboratory skills and attention to detail.
12. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
13. Strong organisational, time-management, and record-keeping skills.
Desirable:
14. Experience with process optimisation tools such as Design Of Experiments (DOE)
15. Experience working on a research project involving industry partners.