BioProcess Engineer

"We are driven to go the extra mile. We are Animal-focused, Environment-focused, Human-focused."

Because, Animals is the world’s first company developing cultured meat for cats and dogs. Cultured meat is not a meat alternative: cultured meat is meat grown in an alternative way. The difference between traditional meat and cultured meat is that the latter is produced:

•  without raising or slaughtering animals;
•  without contributing to climate change;
•  without antibiotics (and the development of antibiotic-resistant pathogens); and
• without the threat of spreading animal-borne diseases (such as COVID-19)

Cultured meat stands to be among the most transformational biotechnologies the world has ever benefited from, and Because, Animals is looking for brilliant scientific minds to join our team. 

BioProcess Engineer - Full Time

We are looking for an experienced BioProcess Engineer to join the Because, Animals’ team located in beautiful Vienna, Austria. Working closely alongside the CSO and Stem Cell Scientists, the primary responsibilities of the BioProcess Engineer are the 1) successful scale-up of mammalian cell culture; and 2) development and implementation of bioprocesses optimized to achieve maximal biomass. 

Key responsibilities

• Procure (and/or design and construct) and operate bioreactors (0.2 L - 200 L) for the scale-up of mammalian cell culture
• Develop methodologies required to determine ideal growth parameters for maximal cell yield
• Translate and apply data from bench-top experiments to pilot scale
• Research new technologies to improve process efficiency and product quality
• Collect, assess, interpret and communicate experimental data 

Position requirements

• B.Eng, M.Sc, Diplom-Ingenieur or equivalent + 2 years’ experience in hands-on bioreactor design, operation and cell culturing 
• Strong background in cellular biology, molecular biology or a related field
• Proven experience in designing and constructing bioprocess technology
• Detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong bias for action and excellent technical problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated ability to lead technically-driven projects
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Experience or willingness to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (in particular, the
• cell culture team)
• Flexible schedule and availability on some weekends (including Sunday)
• Legally authorized to work in the EU
• Familiarity with a range of bioreactor platforms and control systems is highly desirable 

Our offer to you

• A highly competitive salary
• Career Development
• Klimaticket 

At Because, Animals we are committed to creating a culture of respect, engagement and productivity. We strive to be a company where people love to work and where they feel proud of being part of our team and mission. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and our aim is to support you in succeeding with Because, Animals.

Because, Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We recognize the value of a diverse workforce and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

If you resonate with our mission and wish to be part of a team that is continually striving to make a difference, then please submit your application at https://becauseanimals.com/a/careers/jobs/19896. We’d love to hear from you!  

Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

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