Fermentation Scientist - Speciality chemical sector - N/West

This is a great opportunity for a biologist with a background in fermentation and genetic engineering techniques to employ these in an R&D-focussed chemical manufacturing firm in the Cheshire region. The Fermentation Scientist role is ideal for a recent PhD graduate in the relevant field or an industry-based specialist looking to build a broader skillset through close liaison with professional chemists for excellent career progression potential. Your day to day duties as a Fermentation Scientist will be: Performing scale-up of microbial fermentation processes Researching novel or modified microbial strains Learning the chemical aspects to add value towards large scale production Liaising with local internal and external personnel, travelling to academic and industry conferences You will be an ideal candidate with this background: A degree or PhD in a related biology field Some microbe-screening skills The desire to work with both chemists and biologists A good team-working approach This client is already scheduling interviews for the role so I would like you to apply immediately with a CV (Word document format, 2 pages maximum) so as to not miss out on the opportunity. Note my client is unable to sponsor visas for those without eligibility to work in the UK. When choosing your scientific recruitment specialist, why should it be Dr Paul Mears, Head of Chemical recruitment, at Science Solutions? The team I manage here focus solely on matching scientists to positions in the UK speciality chemical industry, and related areas such as drug discovery and agrochemicals, which is where my own experience and network position me best for clients and job seekers alike. Supplemented by a background working in the speciality chemicals and fragrance and flavours sectors, I completed academic studies with a PhD in organic chemistry at the University of Manchester, which came after graduating with a BSc at the University of Leeds' famous Colour & Polymer Chemistry department. Following a short post-doctoral research post I built up four years' experience in recruiting scientists into new jobs. Full references and testimonials of successful assignments such as Technical Directors, Heads of Operations and quick turnarounds for urgent laboratory needs can be found on my LinkedIn profile - search Paul Mears. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89888892