Scale-up Associate (Industrial Biotech)

Who are we

As a biotechnology company, we at Insempra don’t just hope for a better future, we actively work for it!

For way too long, companies have relied on chemical production processes, depleting our planet’s limited resources. That’s why we are on a mission to create a world with naturally high-quality products, resulting in a balance between humans and our planet.

On the way to a better world, we are currently accompanied by a team of more than 40 passionate scientists, entrepreneurs and visionaries with rebel hearts – but we are still missing one important person:you!

For our office directly at the IZB Campus in Munich/Martinsried we are looking for a Scale-up Associate (m/f/d) to support all scale-up related activities in a fast growing biotech startup environment. This role connect process development, manufacturing, and external partners, driving the successful transfer and scale-up of bioprocesses from lab to industrial scale (up to >100 m³ fermentation and multi-ton production).Does this sound like your next step?

We offer:

You will be part of a dynamic start-up with real added value for the environment and society where your ideas are highly appreciated
You will take on a meaningful function with access to a fully equipped lab, cutting edge technology and a lot of room for personal development
Practical real-world experience and the opportunity to collaborate with a team of experts in bioprocess engineering who are dedicated to supporting you in your research
You will be part of an international team with an open feedback culture, flat hierarchies, short decision-making processes and English as a working language
You will receive vouchers in the amount of 50€/month via our benefits partner

For this position you will perform the following duties:

Tech transfers and scale-up runs by collaborating with Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs)
Provide remote and on-site technical support during technology transfer and scale-up activities, including real-time process monitoring and deviation analysis
Develop, review, and optimize technical documentation for tech transfer and scale-up, including mass balances, process flow diagrams (PFDs), and batch records
Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with CMOs, including leading technical discussions
Support procurement of equipment and raw materials, and coordinate end-to-end logistics(e.g., shipping, customs clearance)
Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process optimizations for future production campaigns

Your profile:

Master’s Degree in(industrial)biotechnology, bioprocess engineering,biochemical engineering, or a related field
Strong theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience in microbial fermentation experience(yeast or bacteria)
Experienced in bioprocessing at industrial scale, including hands-on experience is nice to have
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and stakeholders
Friendly, clear, and professional communication with internal and external partners
High level of integrity, honesty, and transparency
Willingness to travel globally

General Data

**Location:**Munich/Martinsried (IZB Campus), approx. 30 min. from Munich main train station (HBF)

Scope: 40 hours/week

Start: possible immediately

Scale-up Associate (Industrial Biotech)