Job summary
This is an 18-month temporary role based in Stavanger, Norway, focused on advancing cell culture media development to support the cultivated protein industry. The role involves working hands-on in a research environment to develop innovative cell feed solutions alongside internal teams and external partners, contributing to sustainable food production.
Location and work setup
- Location
- Stavanger
- Work setup
- On-site
Responsibilities
Set up and maintain 2D and 3D cell culture models, including stem cell cultures. Develop and optimize cell culture media customized for various cell types. Design, conduct, and analyze cell nutrition experiments using premixes and functional ingredients. Independently plan and troubleshoot laboratory experiments while documenting results. Enhance laboratory methods and support daily cell culture lab operations, including equipment and documentation management. Communicate scientific findings to diverse stakeholders and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
Qualifications
A master's or doctoral degree in Biomedicine, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or related fields. Extensive practical experience with mammalian cell culture and sterile laboratory techniques. Familiarity with cell culture media optimization and cell nutrition research. Strong skills in experimental design, statistics, data interpretation, and laboratory method development. Previous experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or research and development settings. Effective communication skills to present research to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience managing quality-focused laboratory environments and knowledge of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) is advantageous. Proficiency in English is required; Norwegian language skills are not specified as mandatory.