Bioproduction Research Associate

About Loam

At Loam, we have the earth in our hands. As a team of scientists, farmers, and entrepreneurs, we are on a mission to improve the world's farmland and address climate change. We are developing microbial technology to remove CO2 from the atmosphere and build carbon in agricultural soils. We help farming businesses prosper by boosting yield and soil health and enabling access to carbon markets.

As a start-up with ambitious founders and investors, our work is fast-paced and multidimensional. We foster a supportive and diverse workplace where every team member is encouraged to learn and grow beyond their area of expertise.

While everyone at Loam is working in different roles, we all have one job: to remove CO2 from the atmosphere and store it stably in farmers' soils.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Bioproduction Research Associate to join our product development team. The successful candidate will assist in the production of microbial active ingredients used in agriculture. The Bioproduction Research Associate will work closely with global team to execute fermentation processes and evaluate product characteristics to ensure high-quality performance. Although this role is based in South Portland, Maine, there may be circumstances that require travel to St. Paul, Minnesota.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and execution of fermentation experiments.
• Monitor the growth of microbial strains, collecting and analyzing data to track performance and yield.
• Perform Quality Assurance measures on commercial product.
• Document results meticulously and prepare technical reports on findings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine product formulations and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Assist in maintaining laboratory equipment, supplies, and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Contribute to troubleshooting and problem-solving during production experiments.
• Assist in overseeing onsite strain library.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least two years of experience with fungal fermentation techniques
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data interpretation and statistical analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively report findings and collaborate with the team.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment.
• Attention to detail with a methodical approach to experimentation and documentation.
• Strong familiarity with bioprocessing equipment and processes.
• Adherence to company policies, procedures, guidelines, and laboratory safety practices.
• Ability to foster and prioritize a professional and positive work atmosphere.