Process Development Research Associate

Probi•Redmond, WA

5d•$52,000 - $62,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Development Research Associate role is a hands-on laboratory position within a team responsible for the development of robust processes for fermentation, harvest, and lyophilization of probiotics. The role involves developing and making fermentation media, assisting in and designing various experiments, and performing readings of laboratory assays. The individual must be comfortable working in both a lab and a production setting. This role requires both individual and teamwork, emphasizing the ability to work independently and efficiently, as well as collaborate effectively with others. We are seeking a science-minded individual with a passion for probiotics and improving the fermentation production process of microorganisms.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in microbiology, biology, biochemistry, biochemical engineering, or food science.
Experience with fermentation of bacteria or other microorganisms.
Industrial fermentation experience from dairy, brewing, food production, or bioprocessing.
Possess a solid understanding of microbiology, microbiology laboratory work, and experimental design.
Prepared to work under cGMP regulations and quality requirements of production.
Manufacturing or regulatory knowledge: Understands the regulatory and compliance requirements for food and nutritional supplement manufacturing.
Adhering to strict confidentiality policies and procedures.
Must be able to recognize audible and visual hazards.
Ability to read, write, and converse in the English language.
Must follow GMP, PPE, and company safety policies in the performance of job duties.
Must be able to work in a variety of conditions.
Must maintain good attendance.
Able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Prepares and maintains all laboratory media used for the growth and propagation of microorganisms.
Perform plate counts and run flow cytometer to aid team in data collection.
Plan and perform bacterial fermentations experiments in lab-scale bioreactors.
Perform downstream processing experiments for optimization of probiotic stability.
Operate and maintain scientific equipment such as autoclave, analytical balance, pH meter, flow cytometer, plate reader/spectrophotometer, bioreactors, and microscopes.
Assist in the scale-up of laboratory experiments to production scale. Be comfortable in a production environment.
Be able to work in a shared lab space and maintain a clean and organized lab bench in addition to displaying excellent time management skills to work around shared equipment constraints.
Maintain detailed and well‑structured laboratory records, perform scientific data analysis, and deliver executive summaries of laboratory experiments both orally and in writing.
Able to work effectively as a member of a cross-functional team.
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, with a capability to deliver complex objectives under aggressive timelines.
Perform other duties as necessary.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental coverage after 30 days (and first day of the following month). Three (3) plans to choose from.
Long-term and short-term disability insurance at no cost to employee.
PTO (Paid Time Off) accrues on hire with up to 4 weeks (20 days) for new hire and increases the longer you are with the company.
Participation in the company 401(K) and Roth plan after 6 months of employment with up to 4% employer match.
Ten (10) paid holidays.
Employee Assistance Program
17 hours per calendar year, to go out and volunteer in your community!
Yearly Safety shoe vouchers.
Learning and Development Opportunities
Monthly birthday and anniversary celebrations.
Team-building events throughout the year including summer and winter celebrations.