Fermentation Scientist III
Terragia
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Position Overview:
Terragia is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Fermentation Scientist III. This person will play an important role in contributing to the fermentation team at Terragia, which is a key group within our R&D organization. Terragia’s technology produces low-carbon ethanol from biomass using consolidated bioprocessing (CBP) and engineered thermophilic bacteria. A strategic project is underway to develop anaerobic bacteria and fermentation systems for converting cellulose- and hemicellulose-containing biomass to ethanol in an advanced CBP configuration. This involves using a defined consortium of engineered thermophilic anaerobic bacteria without thermochemical pretreatment, exogenous enzymes, or yeast. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in biofuel technology while working in a collaborative and fast-paced startup environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and execute fermentation experiments to improve a bacterial system for production of ethanol from renewable feedstocks
Maintain organized systems for data collection
Perform statistical analysis to draw conclusions from results
Report outcomes to company management and other members of the team
Operate bioreactors and smaller scale fermentation systems
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Continuously improve fermentation methods and protocols
Qualifications:
Industrial experience working in fermentation for research and development
Experience with operating and analyzing bioreactors
Experience working with anaerobic bacterial cultures
Bachelor’s, master’s or PhD degree in engineering, chemical, biological or mechanical, biotechnology or related field
Demonstrated leadership in the laboratory is desired, especially in areas of fermentation
Good communication and interpersonal skills are required, and a sensible, adaptable, and innovative attitude is desirable
The best candidate will be able to take responsibility for overcoming technical challenges and getting things done, but also work well within a larger team
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Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Benefits:
Industry-competitive salary and compensation.
Comprehensive health and dental insurance plans.
Company 401k (non-matching).
Competitive health savings account (HSA) contributions.
Future stock options in a rapidly expanding startup
Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
About Terragia:
Terragia (terragia.com) is a startup founded in October 2022 dedicated to development and commercial deployment of low-cost technology for production of low-carbon biofuels. Built on decades of pioneering research led by Chief Technology Officer and co-Founder Lee Lynd, Terragia’s unique consolidated bioprocessing (CBP) technology has documented potential to be cost-competitive with fossil fuels while realizing net removal of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. We are inspired by the prospect of playing a key role in climate stabilization and rural economic development and are looking to rapidly add capable individuals to our team.