Description
About Loam
At Loam, we have the earth in our hands. As a team of scientists, farmers, and entrepreneurs, we are on a mission to improve the world's farmland and address climate change. We are developing microbial technology to remove CO2 from the atmosphere and build carbon in agricultural soils. We help farming businesses prosper by boosting yield and soil health and enabling access to carbon markets.
As a start-up with ambitious founders and investors, our work is fast-paced and multidimensional. We foster a supportive and diverse workplace where every team member is encouraged to learn and grow beyond their area of expertise.
While everyone at Loam is working in different roles, we all have one job: to remove CO2 from the atmosphere and store it stably in farmers' soils.
About the Role:
We are looking for a Bioproduction Research Associate to join our product development team. The successful candidate will assist in the production of microbial active ingredients used in agriculture. The Bioproduction Research Associate will work closely with global team to execute fermentation processes and evaluate product characteristics to ensure high-quality performance. Although this role is based in South Portland, Maine, there may be circumstances that require travel to St. Paul, Minnesota.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the design and execution of fermentation experiments.
- Monitor the growth of microbial strains, collecting and analyzing data to track performance and yield.
- Perform Quality Assurance measures on commercial product.
- Document results meticulously and prepare technical reports on findings.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine product formulations and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assist in maintaining laboratory equipment, supplies, and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
- Contribute to troubleshooting and problem-solving during production experiments.
- Assist in overseeing onsite strain library.
Bioproduction Research Associate
Posted 2 weeks ago
- đą South Portland, Maine, United States
- â° Full-time
Sustainability at Loam Bio
At Loam, we address the challenges of hunger and food security by revolutionizing agriculture through our microbial technology. We boost crop yields and promote regenerative practices that lead to more sustainable farming, directly contributing to increased food production and sustainable agriculture.
We are dedicated to combatting climate change. Our technology plays a key role in sequestering carbon, actively reducing the carbon footprint of agricultural practices, and leading the way towards a more resilient and sustainable farming future.
