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Scientist I - Fermentation
full-time•St. Louis•$96k - $120k
About this role
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About Pivot Bio: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":276}"> </span></p>
<p><span class="TextRun SCXW250411738 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW250411738 BCX0">Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of microbiology, genomics, crop nutrition and agriculture, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in fertilizer technology. Our first commercial product harnesses the power of </span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW250411738 BCX0">naturally-occurring</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW250411738 BCX0"> microbes, modern gene editing and application technologies to provide nitrogen to crops. We </span><span class="NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW250411738 BCX0">are dedicated to providing</span> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW250411738 BCX0">new solutions</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW250411738 BCX0"> for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the world’s growing population. Read/Hear more about Pivot Bio on</span></span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW250411738 BCX0" href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonezero.medium.com%2Fhow-microbes-could-upend-americas-toxic-dependence-on-nitrogen-fertilizer-548451117a63&data=05%7C02%7Csuzan.georges%40pivotbio.com%7C58455ae234f74711c91408dd460da77b%7C9cd8c009919e41cfba633d3b29c3beed%7C0%7C0%7C638743746640724364%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=VmN57d15ZCZfJgWYtmuPjSJ65pLE9lqgdgBG7eMfmDw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW250411738 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW250411738 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"> </span></span></a><a class="Hyperlink SCXW250411738 BCX0" href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.forbes.com%2Fsites%2Famyfeldman%2F2021%2F07%2F19%2Fpivot-bio-nears-2-billion-valuation-as-it-raises-whopping-430-million-to-replace-synthetic-fertilizers-on-corn-and-wheat-sustainability%2F%3Fsh%3D6eb68bf12273&data=05%7C02%7Csuzan.georges%40pivotbio.com%7C58455ae234f74711c91408dd460da77b%7C9cd8c009919e41cfba633d3b29c3beed%7C0%7C0%7C638743746640767325%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pQTOHUyBCwaS6VlEnE4fOhKSA9mXpM10pcjnOGfJqdg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW250411738 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW250411738 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Forbes</span></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW250411738 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW250411738 BCX0"> or </span></span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW250411738 BCX0" href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pbs.org%2Fnewshour%2Fscience%2Fagriculture-emits-a-forgotten-greenhouse-gas-scientists-are-looking-for-solutions-in-the-soil&data=05%7C02%7Csuzan.georges%40pivotbio.com%7C58455ae234f74711c91408dd460da77b%7C9cd8c009919e41cfba633d3b29c3beed%7C0%7C0%7C638743746640790342%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=e2L90ui2YfoG2MmpXDtsk%2FnpjE0UMBe7K1bZrgvFVfs%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW250411738 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW250411738 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">PBS News Hour.</span></span></a></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Pivot Bio are hiring for a Fermentation Scientist I role to join our fermentation process development team at our new R&D campus in St. Louis, MO. The team is an integral part of Pivot Bio’s Product Innovation organization working closely with the Downstream Process Development Team, as well as other relevant functions at our new R&D campus. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Reporting to the Principal Scientist of Microbial Fermentation & Downstream Process Development, the preferred candidate will be responsible for the fermentation bioprocess development of a diverse range of Gram-negative Nitrogen fixating bacteria. The department’s key objective is to deliver industrial scalable bioprocesses of live microbial cells maintaining viability and functionality for a variety of product applications and shelf-life conditions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Core responsibilities: </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Design, execute, and analyze fermentation concepts in accordance with company objectives to solve complex and ambiguous fermentation problems in creative and effective ways.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Apply design of experiment and statistical data analysis to drive decisions forward.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Participate in the development of Pivot Bio data platform for automated data processing with software, lab automation, and data science teams.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Collaborate with the downstream process development function to integrate fermentation process conditions with separation, formulation and drying of live bacteria</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Required Skills and Experience:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ph.D. in Biochemical Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering, or a related field with expertise in fermentation processing of microorganisms, preferably including cell separation and drying unit operations. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">At least 2 years of relevant experience in bench-scale fermentation process development and optimization in an industrial or academic setting</span><span data-contrast="auto"> preferred</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Expert in Design of Experiment, data analysis, statistical tools, and software relevant to fermentation processes</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience using JMP, Spotfire, R, Tableau, or other data visualization and analysis software. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience using SQL for data retrieval, and an understanding of relational databases.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong knowledge of fermentation principles, techniques, and equipment</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience in media formulation and fermentation process variables, and process scale-up to at least pilot plant scale.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with development of data platforms for automated data processing with software, automation, and data science teams</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with process control systems and automation in fermentation</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with use of AI/ML in fermentation process development</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Work Authorization:</span></strong></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Must be authorized to work in the United States </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What We Offer:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":276}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Sales Incentive Bonus Plan</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Competitive package in a disruptive startup</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Stock options</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Health/Dental/Vision insurance with employer-paid premiums</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability policies</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Employee Assistance Program with free referrals and discounts</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">401(k) plan, 3% Match</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Commuter benefits</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Annual Training & Development support</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Flexible vacation policy with a generous holiday schedule</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team</span></li>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">#LI-Onsite</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>All remote positions and those not located in our Berkeley facility are paid based on National Benchmark data. Following employment, growth beyond the hiring range is possible based on performance.</p></div><div class="title">Hiring Compensation Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$96,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$120,000 USD</span></div></div></div>
What you'll do
- The candidate will design, execute, and analyze fermentation concepts to solve complex fermentation problems. They will collaborate with the downstream process development team to integrate fermentation conditions with product applications.
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What does Pivot Bio pay for a Scientist I - Fermentation?
Pivot Bio offers a competitive compensation package for the Scientist I - Fermentation role. The salary range is USD 96k - 120k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.
What does a Scientist I - Fermentation do at Pivot Bio?
As a Scientist I - Fermentation at Pivot Bio, you will: the candidate will design, execute, and analyze fermentation concepts to solve complex fermentation problems. They will collaborate with the downstream process development team to integrate fermentation conditions with product applications..
Is the Scientist I - Fermentation position at Pivot Bio remote?
The Scientist I - Fermentation position at Pivot Bio is based in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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