Mikrobiolog till Bioextrax i Lund

About Bioextrax
Bioextrax is an innovation-based and innovation-driven start-up. We are a spin-off from the Department of Biotechnology at Lund University applying our biobased platform technology for hydrolysis of protein rich materials. This technology has many applications that can contribute to a biobased and circular economy. In particular, the technology is used for downstream processing of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), a biobased and biodegradable polyester, produced from various organic waste streams. It also converts poultry feathers into valuable materials to be used in feed, textile and cosmetic applications.
About the position
We are looking for a Biotechnology Engineer to join our team in Lund. You will be working closely with our CTO in a creative role where your tasks will range from design and execution of lab/pilot experiments, to exploration of new applications of our technology.
Job responsibilities:
- Independent and in-team design and operation of lab and pilot experiments
- Presentation and interpretation of results and projects outcomes


Who are you?
We are looking for an ambitious individual with an MSc or BSc degree in Chemical engineering, Biotechnology, Microbiology or a related field.


No prior industry experience is necessary. We are more interested in the candidate’s willingness and interest in joining a quickly expanding team on our journey from small start-up to a global leader within the biobased economy.