Biological Research Technologist
3 weeks ago
**Biological Research Technologist (PBRT230830) - Sheffield, U.K.**
Protiomix is a private-equity-backed company with a bold, carbon-negative vision for the future of animal feed and pet food, fully integrated into the UK Bioeconomy. We combine cutting-edge chemical and biological engineering technology with state-of-the-art analytics to bring innovative, scalable, high-protein products to the market. As part of our fast-growing organisation, you will play a crucial role in driving the transition towards a sustainable and carbon-negative future for feed. Join us in revolutionising the industry and making a lasting impact on the environment.
Summary: We are seeking a talented, motivated scientist to help contribute to the growth, maintenance, and assessment of multiple organisms, including bacteria, yeast, algae and cyanobacteria, in monocultures and designed consortia.
As a Biological Research Technologist at Protiomix, you will play a crucial role in conducting laboratory-based studies and scientific investigations using biological and bench techniques. Your responsibilities will include employing established scientific methodologies, collecting and analysing scientific data, and providing progress updates to the team. Join us in developing and investigating innovative solutions to build a sustainable future.
Key Responsibilities:
- Experimental Investigation - Prepare and conduct laboratory-based scientific investigations and experiments. Identify appropriate scientific techniques, procedures, and methods to meet objectives.
- Equipment - Utilise specified instrumentation and laboratory equipment. Including operating centrifuges, spectrophotometers, pH meters, autoclaves, magnetic stirrer plates and orbital shakers amongst other pieces of equipment.
- Feedstock Management - Working with various types of feedstock and coordinate hands-on activities, including logístical considerations for securing and handling feedstock.
- Basic Analysis - Process and produce reliable analysis, interpretation, and evaluation of data, particularly related to liquid feedstock and consortia.
- Compiling Results - Systematically collect accurate information from scientific investigations and experiments while maintaining detailed records.
- Presenting Results - Present data effectively to both scientific and non-scientific audiences, utilising methods such as statistical analysis.
- Company Contribution: As Protiomix expands rapidly, all employees are provided with the opportunity to contribute across departments, thus participating in tasks beyond core responsibilities.
Key Requirements:
- Strong adherence to Standard Operating Procedures and Processes.
- Fluency in spoken and written English.
- Ability to plan and prioritise own tasks within a wider project team.
- Compliant with quality standards and safe working practices relevant to the workplace.
- Proficient with asynchronous ways of working.
Desired Requirements:
- Proficiency in accurately presenting data through graphs and other visual formats.
- Experience working with bioreactors.
- Valid UK Driving License.
Desired Traits:
- Passionate about creating a positive impact in bringing forward a truly sustainable, carbon accountable future of food.
- Adaptive to change and comfortable in different conditions, technologies, situations, and environments.
- Takes responsibility for personal development and communicates observations on individual learning.
- Exhibits reliability, integrity, and respect for confidentiality.
**Salary**:
- Annual starting salary ranging from £21,000-£23,000.
**Location**:
- Full-time position located in Sheffield, UK, initially, with potential for work in Cambridge and across the UK.
Other info:
- This role will be partially split between _Protiomix Limited_ and _Reepel Limited_ (a world leader in the production of photobioreactors).
- Reasonable Adjustments: We are fully supportive of neurodiverse applicants and are open to tailoring certain job requirements.
- Competitive company pension scheme.
- Applicants should be highly motivated and ambitious and share our core belief of tackling decarbonisation to build a sustainable, low carbon food future.
- Growth opportunities within the company as it expands.
- Additional perks and bonuses available upon discussion.
Applications:
- CV
- Cover letter
- Answers to the following questions:
1. Can you briefly explain how to determine a successful CRISPR knockout?
2.Please describe how you would determine the identity of different microbial species
3.What design methods can be used to experimentally assess a potentially large design space by experimentally testing a smaller number of permutations
4.What techniques can be utilised to determine the abundance of transcripts present within a cell
5.Please describe your motivation for this role
6.What is your view of the future of animal based food?
The interview process will include a professional discussion underpinned by a po
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