• Work at the interface of research and commercialisation
• Contribute to projects across the pharmaceutical, food, agricultural and chemicals industries
• Join CSIRO and support Australia’s premier scientific researchers

The position:

As a Fermentation Scientist with CSIRO Manufacturing, you will use your extensive knowledge and experience in fermentation and microbiology to support research scientists in our Industrial Biotechnology team.  Developing fermentation processes and implementing process optimisation protocols, you will work on a diverse range of microorganisms with a variety of applications. You will design and deliver experimental plans that move laboratory processes towards scale-up and ultimately manufacture. Your expertise in bioreactor operation and control and ability to seek innovative solutions to process development will be required to improve process yields, efficacy, etc. Of particular importance will be your ability to troubleshoot issues and limitations with equipment and processes that ultimately lead to successful outcomes for the team’s projects. You will use your well-developed communication skills to foster close collaboration with team members, other CSIRO scientists and external stakeholders.

Specifically you will:

• Develop and scale-up fermentation processes.

• Manage and maintain equipment.

• Trouble-shoot hardware and process issues.

• Ensure delivery of projects as agreed and assist with technical transfer.

• Assist with the development and implementation of cell processing steps.

• Ensure a safe working environment and compliance with gene technology regulations.

The Industrial Biotechnology team functions in a highly competitive commercial environment and has a research program directed towards the use of organisms and enzymes to manufacture a wide variety of different biological products. Leveraging state of the art equipment and infrastructure, a diverse array of skills and working in collaboration with a number of internal and external stakeholders, the team develops products and processes with diverse applications for the pharmaceutical, food, agricultural and chemicals industries.

Location:       Clayton (Melbourne) Victoria
Salary:           AU $97k to AU $105k per annum, plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure:          12 month term
Job ref:          58890

As a minimum requirement, you will hold a relevant undergraduate or master’s degree in Microbiology/Biochemistry/Biochemical Engineering or similar field and have clearly demonstrated experience in fermentation process development and application. You will also have:

• High-level communication skills and a history of professional behaviours.

• Experience in microbial fermentation as well as upscaling microbial processes.

• Extensive knowledge in the use and operation of microbial bioreactors for process development and process optimisation.

• The ability to work with flexibility and autonomously in a dynamic team environment.

• Strong ability to adapt in order to effectively manage a number of competing priorities.

• A willingness to learn new techniques and approaches and contribute novel ideas.

To see all the criteria required for success in this role, click on the ‘Position Details’ link below. Apply today!

Position Details

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Flexible Working Arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. Talk to us about how this role could be flexible for you. Balance

Apply Online

Please load your CV and a brief cover letter which outlines your suitability for the role and your motivations for applying. At the end of the online application process, you may also be required to respond to some screening questions. 

Applications close

Wednesday 14 November, 2018 (11:59pm AEDT)

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.