Would you love to develop and strengthen your technical skills by working in the lab that supports our state-of-the-art biotech pilot plant? Then join us and tackle development challenges and continuously push beyond what was deemed impossible. Work in an energetic, highly ambitious, and international startup environment designing the processes and factories of tomorrow. Let’s change the world together!

Activities you will participate in:

• Performing, improve and develop analytical methods (colorimetric, HPLC, microbiology and enzymatic methods).
• Data analysis, visualization, and reporting of experimental results and activities.
• Supporting upstream (fermentation) and downstream processing activities.
• Being actively involved in our ongoing product and process development & optimization projects
• Enrolling in our Pilot & Lab Organization and Excellence program
• Participating in overall lab and pilot management activities such as lab cleaning, pilot housekeeping and equipment maintenance.
• Following the SOPs and policies in place and suggest continuous improvement actions.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a master’s degree in biotechnology, biochemistry, microbiology, chemical or bioprocess engineering, or related fields.
• Familiarity with laboratory environment (industrial or university)
• Technical/Scientific knowledge about bioreactor fermentation processes is a plus
• Analytical and creative thinking.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural team.
• Passion about sustainability and improving our food system
• Fluency in English (spoken and written)

What we offer:

• 6- 12 months internship with internship allowance
• Public transportation allowance
• Growth and development opportunities within the team and the company.
• Supportive learning environment with professional guidance.
• A multicultural and diverse environment where everyone – from interns to upper management – is free to speak their minds and invited to share their opinions and experiences

​​​​​​ At MicroHarvest, we value diversity and as such we do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual’s status in any group or class protected by applicable laws. MicroHarvest respectfully encourages people from all backgrounds and under-represented groups to apply for this position.