Duration: 6-12 months / Start Date: immediately / Location: Quakenbrueck, Germany

Job Description 

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced startup environment while contributing to a mission-driven company that is making a positive impact on the planet.

You will work with the Biotechnology team and help them scale up our current process. If you would like to get hands-on experience in fermentation on a process from start to end and work in lab and pilot scale environment.

We offer a supportive and inclusive work culture where your ideas and contributions will be valued and recognized. If you are eager to learn and motivated to make a difference, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team at BIOWEG. 

Role and Responsibilities 

·        Maintain the workflow pipeline for the production process.

·        Perform basic laboratory procedures, including sample preparation, and prepare media and reagents for upstream fermentations in a production environment.

·        Support downstream processing methods and assist in setting up and maintaining pilot equipment and processes.

·        Assist with experimental setup, execution, data collection, and analysis, ensuring accurate reporting and documentation.

·        Monitor and record data during experiments, ensuring strict adherence to SOPs, process protocols, and batch records.

·        Write and update SOPs for processes and equipment where applicable.

·        Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the work area.

·        Handle moderately heavy equipment, lift materials, and process products as needed.

·        Maintain and ensure the proper functioning of equipment.

·        Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot technical issues and ensure the optimal performance of equipment.

Qualifications and Experience 

·        Currently pursuing a Master in or related to Biotechnology, Microbiology, Bioprocessing Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology or Life science 

·        Experience working with microorganisms and following GLP and aseptic techniques

·        Familiarity with basic laboratory equipment such as Microbiology Safety Cabinet, Centrifuge, Dead end filters, Benchtop fermenters, etc.

·        Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint, is required.

·        Experience in pilot or manufacturing environments is a plus.

·        Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting objects of 10-15 kg when necessary.

·        Fluency in English, both verbal and written

·        Must be able to work effectively in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and collaborate on interdisciplinary fermentation-related projects.

·        Detail-oriented, reliable, and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently.

·        Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural team environment.

Have we sparked your interest? Send us your CV (or equivalent) and Cover Letter in English as a single PDF to contact@bioweg.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

About BIOWEG

BIOWEG is a purpose-driven startup that is developing functional and biodegradable alternatives to eliminate microplastics from our daily lives. Our innovative approach combines upcycling waste streams in a circular fermentation process, powered by Green Chemistry principles to result in highly functional and pure fermented-cellulose ingredients. We are on a mission to revolutionize multiple industries, including cosmetics, personal care, nutraceuticals, agricultural coatings, and food/beverage. We are more than a company; we are a dynamic force, driving the change we want to see in the world. Join our diverse and relentless team to create a better world and a lasting, sustainable impact!