Senior Laboratory Technician (Biotechnology, On-site, Hørsholm)

Job summary

The role involves supporting research projects aimed at enhancing industrial microbial strains and understanding their molecular characteristics. The position is integral to the development of sustainable microbial solutions across various sectors.

Qualifications

• Education as a Laboratory Technician or equivalent.
• At least two years of experience in a corporate R&D environment is preferred.
• Hands-on experience and strong interest in microbiology, strain improvement, genetic engineering, and molecular assays.
• Solid knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, particularly in microbiology labs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Conducting laboratory experiments to support natural strain improvement using microbiological, biochemical, and molecular techniques.
• Assisting in the development and application of genetic tools across different microbial species.
• Contributing to the optimization and troubleshooting of laboratory methods and assays.
• Accurately documenting experimental data and communicating results within the team.
• Supporting daily laboratory operations, including instrument maintenance and inventory management.
• Participating in the preparation and review of standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Skills

Working Conditions

• Experience with Gram-positive bacteria and/or fungi is advantageous.
• Exposure to method development or assay optimization is a plus.
• Interest in learning new laboratory technologies and approaches.
• Full-time on-site role in Hørsholm, Denmark, with regular working hours and no travel required.