1. Area Description
Braskem is seeking a highly motivated Fermentation Scientist to join our Biotechnology team. This role will support research efforts by developing and executing strain screening and fermentation process development, ranging from microbioreactors to 20-liter bioreactors, within milestone-driven projects.
The Fermentation team collaborates closely with the Strain Engineering group to screen and evaluate new strains, establish robust lab-to-bench scale fermentation processes, and serve as a key interface between the Biotechnology and Process Technology teams during scale-up transitions.
Success in this role requires strong technical expertise, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively and solve problems creatively.
2. Main responsibilities
* Execute fermentation experiments across a range of scales, from microplates to 20-liter bioreactors.
* Plan, conduct, analyze, and report fermentation studies and experimental data.
* Apply statistical tools and data analysis methods to interpret results and guide process optimization.
* Deliver technical presentations to multidisciplinary teams, clearly communicating experimental outcomes and insights.
* Monitor key performance indicators related to fermentation processes and report findings to team members and leadership.
* Perform physico-chemical and microbiological analyses on bioprocess samples to assess performance and quality.
* Identify and evaluate analytical and microbiological methods and equipment relevant to the fermentation field, and plan, execute, analyze, and report on their development and application.
* Author and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), checklists, and safety assessments to ensure compliance and consistency.
3. Requirements (Experience/ Qualifications)
* Education: Master's degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Bioprocess Engineering, or a related field is required
* Experience: Over 5 years of hands-on laboratory experience with aseptic fermentation processes.
* Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting fermentation bioreactor systems and its software's.
* Experience with fermentation control software and statistical analysis tools (e.g., JMP, Minitab, or similar).
* Strong personal commitment to safety and adherence to safety protocols.
* Detail-oriented with a strong drive to deliver and document high-quality results.
* Self-motivated and proactive.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Demonstrated critical thinking and decision-making.
* Ability to follow detailed procedures and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
* CRQ active