Analytical Chemist and Lab ManagerAt Arsenale we're at the forefront of a new era in biomanufacturing by making precision fermentation viable at industrial scale.
Our unique end-to-end, software-first platform challenges the status quo by enabling companies to co-design with nature and manufacture at scale at a fraction of the cost.
By combining cutting-edge technology with an anti-disciplinary mindset, we are driving innovation that is shaping the future of bio-manufacturing.We seek an experienced Analytical Chemist with a solid academic background, laboratory organisation and management skills, and hands-on knowledge of analytical method development, sample preparation, analyte detection, quantification, and characterization.Role Summary (What You Will Do:?Establish and run our Pordenone Analytical Laboratory, supporting the resident RD and Pilot Plant teams with analytical chemistry support?Assist with installing and commissioning analytical laboratory equipment and ensure proper operation (calibration, preventive maintenance, service, repair).?Develop, implement, and validate diverse analytical methods and assays.?Prepare and analyze samples from bench- and pilot-scale fermentations.?Isolate and characterize small and large molecules using commercially available and/or in-house developed assays.?Operate and maintain analytical instruments such as HPLC, UHPLC, GC, GCMS, IC, FTIR, and TOC and supporting equipment such as FPLC, spectrophotometers, and water purification systems.?Work within Safety and facilities to ensure the safe handling of materials and procedures and maintain a high overall laboratory safety level.?Compile and report analytical data, interpret results, and present at technical meetings.?Support the tech transfer of analytical methods to offsite laboratories, including future Arsenale and third-party pilot and demonstration plant labs.?Act as interface between associated project groups, including strain engineering, microbiology, fermentation, hardware engineering, downstream processing, and third-party collaborators.?Establish an Analytical team and capability at Pordenone and supervise junior scientists and technicians.Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (What You Bring)?Experience with establishing and running Analytical Chemistry laboratories in academic or industrial settings.?Hands-on experience in sample preparation and analysis of small and large molecules in fermentation and other biological samples using HPLC, UHPLC, GC, GC/MS, IC, FTIR and LC/MS tools.
Experience with protein purification and FPLC, PAGE, and TOC is a strong plus.?Experience with analytical methods development.?Hands-on experience using Agilent OpenLab CDS, MassHunter software, and LIMS and ELN systems.?Working knowledge of statistical data analysis.?Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail..?Fluent proficiency in Italian and English languages.Desired Experience and Capabilities:?PhD with 3-5 years of experience in a relevant field (Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering) or BSc/MSc with a minimum of 5-7 years of academic or industry experience.?Knowledge of various analytical and preparative separation techniques (e.g., reverse phase, normal phase, hydrophilic interaction, ion exchange, size-exclusion chromatography, solid phase extraction, preparative liquid chromatography, column chromatography) is a plus.
Knowledge of protein purification and characterization is a plus.?Excellent communication, organization, and collaborative skills with demonstrated ability to innovate and troubleshoot complex systems while working independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.Our commitment:You belong at Arsenale BioYards!
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Diversity is fundamental to our mission to design scale and commercialise precision fermentation for a better world.Are you worried that you don't exactly meet all the desired criteria?
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