Senior Research Associate (Fermentation / Recovery)
Bioprocess Engineering, Biochemical Engineering and research associate position at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
About
At the Advanced Biofuels and Bioproducts Process Development Unit, the associate supports fermentation, product recovery and purification from flask experiments to 300-litre pilot processes. Work includes operating bioreactors and separation equipment, analytical measurements, troubleshooting, records and reporting. The two-year full-time term has an anticipated January 4, 2027 start and a budgeted annual salary of USD 75,384–96,036. Priority review is November 10, 2026.
Requirements
At least two years of relevant fermentation, bioprocessing or recovery experience and hands-on equipment skills. US work eligibility at hire is required; visa sponsorship and relocation assistance are unavailable.
Topics
- Advanced Biofuels and Bioproducts Process Development Unit
- fermentation
- product recovery
- purification
- flask experiments
- 300-litre pilot processes
- bioreactors
- separation equipment
- analytical measurements
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