<p>Are you passionate about microbiology and molecular biology? Would you like to contribute to developing assays and workflows that power our fermentation? Do you love applying your organizational and research skills in a fast-paced biotech lab? Be at the forefront of modern-day industrial biotechnology and work in an energetic, highly ambitious, and international scale-up environment. Let's change the world together!</p><h2>Tasks</h2><ul><li>Perform microbiological media preparation, plating &amp; screening. </li><li>Develop, validate, and optimize assays through careful planning and execution. </li><li>Support general microbiology upkeep, molecular biology work, and documentation. </li><li>Support shake flasks and fermentation runs, including setup, monitoring, and sampling. </li><li>Contribute to general laboratory tasks (cleaning, autoclaving, Gram staining).</li></ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul><li>You are currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field. </li><li>You are familiar with basic microbiology and molecular biology techniques such as bacteria handling and cultivation, DNA extraction, PCR, and agarose gel electrophoresis. </li><li>Basic bioreactor experience is an advantage but not mandatory. </li><li>You are driven by curiosity. </li><li>You have a hands-on personality and team-play spirit. </li><li>You are passionate about sustainability and eager to be part of a fast-growing startup. </li><li>Fluent English.</li></ul><h2>Benefits</h2><ul><li>Gain practical experience in a professional research environment. </li><li>Opportunity to contribute to impactful research projects. </li><li>Flexible working hours based on academic schedule.</li></ul><p><em>At</em> <em>MicroHarvest, we value diversity and as such we do not discriminate based on race,</em> <em>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.</em> <em>MicroHarvest</em> <em>respectfully encourages people from all backgrounds and under-represented groups to apply for this position.</em></p>

<p>MicroHarvest is a BioTech company that developed the fastest protein production technology in the world. As we face a projected 50% increase in global protein demand by 2050, our innovative protein solution is not only timely but essential. Today's food system contributes to 26% of global CO₂ emissions, therefore our vision is to dramatically reduce this footprint by offering accessible nutrition for a healthier planet.</p>

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