MicrobiologyLaboratoryTechnician /Technicien(ne) de laboratoireToulouse, Occitanie, FranceAbout the jobAviwell operates at the convergence of DIGITAL & LIFE SCIENCES.
Our mission is to develop natural and sustainable solutions to improve animal health to better nourish and provide FOOD SECURITY to the 8 billion people on our planet..
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and to do so at a fraction of the cost.
We are a deep-tech startup with our HQ in Toulouse, France and with sales offices in Boston, USA.The company is based on three disruptive assets:
Proprietary biostatistical algorithms,Extensive microbiology and physiology expertise, andNative and Adaptive BiomimicryWhen combined, we have the ability to develop revolutionary feed solutions for farmers that significantly improve animal growth and health.
Aviwell aims to market these unique products on a global market.In order to support its research and innovation department, Aviwell is recruiting a highly talented MicrobiologyLaboratoryTechnician for a full-time position.
The candidate will be responsible for supporting the platform for isolating and characterizing anaerobic bacteria, including upscaling production for animal studies and genomic sequencing.
The candidate will be experienced in microbial isolation, cultivation, and characterization.
The candidate will be experienced in preparation of general laboratory media and reagents, and general molecular biology procedures.Summary of Job ResponsibilitiesPerform procedures for culturing and isolating bacteria, including strict anaerobes, under a variety of growth conditionsPrepare culture media (solid and liquid) and assist with scale-up for animal studiesFollow established procedures for microbial library management, including sample traceability and data recordingSOP developmentConduct microbiology and bacterial physiology operations (e.G., OD monitoring, growth characterization)Perform molecular biology workflows:
DNA extractions, PCR, electrophoresis, purificationPrepare samples and DNA extracts for downstream analysesMaintain thorough records of experiments in an electronic laboratory notebookApply and uphold laboratory health and safety regulationsParticipate in routine lab management (inventory, maintenance, ordering)Collaborate with a multidisciplinary and international teamPresent brief updates during internal team meetings on experimental workLocation:
Toulouse, FranceMinimum Education:
Bac+2 in microbiology, biotechnology, or bioprocessesMinimum Work Requirements:
2+ years of experience in bacterial culturing and isolation2+ years of experience in molecular biology techniques (DNA extraction, PCR, etc.)Experience in media preparationFluent in French and English (team meetings held in English)Skills:
Knowledge of microbiological analysis methodsMastery of aseptic technique and bacterial cultivationFamiliarity with bacterial culture processing (filtration, extraction, purification)Strong adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and safety standardsAutonomy, team spirit, rigor, and strong organizational skillsComfortable with computer tools and adaptable to automated laboratory equipmentClear written and oral communication; ability to document work and present technical informationGood command of scientific EnglishContract & Start Date:
The position will begin as a CDD (1 year) with the potential to transition ***** * will be competitive and commensurate with experience.Expected start date:
January 2026, with the possibility to start in February. Aviwell Toulouse31000 Autre(s) CDD 0 mois
