Analytical Scientist
Nutropy
Software Engineering
Île-de-France, France · Paris, France · France · Évry, France
Posted 6+ months ago
Analytical Scientist
Type of contract
CDI
Department
Transversal
Contract duration
Full-time
Ideal Starting Date
Flexible
Location
Evry, France (Paris Region)
Position's status
Open
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A few words about us! Nutropy is a venture-backed French company that develops an animal-free plug & play milk replacement for large scale dairy applications through precision fermentation technology. We produce milk proteins and fatty acids identical to those produced by cows to enable the production of cheeses that taste as good as conventional cheese but are more sustainable, healthier and better for the animals. Linkedin
Job description
At Nutropy, your job will consist of:
Be in charge of analytical development and validation, particularly in liquid chromatography, working hand-in-hand with scientists from different departments
Perform routine analysis
Write analytical documentation in English (protocols, reports)
Exchange with equipment suppliers; oversee maintenance and trainings
Maintain the inventory and prepare mediums, buffer solutions and reagents
Coordinate with and oversee work from external providers of analytical services
Manage your lab notebook
Prepare and present project results to the team
Undertake any other activies as needed by the business
Skills we are looking for
Education & Profile:
At least PhD or Master + 3 years of experience in chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, engineering or similar relevant tracks
Track record of analytical method development, optimization and validation
Solid understanding of analytical chemistry and theory of analytical instrumentation
Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities on method or instrument issues
Strong hands-on experience utilizing analytical equipment such as HPLC/UV/RID, UPLC, FPLC, PAGE, various well-plate assays, GC, etc; experience with protein mass spectrometry is a plus
Experience with (milk) proteins and colloidal analysis (such as PSA) a plus
Team player
Able to speak English on a professional basis and be comfortable with English scientific literature; able to speak French is a plus
Independant, well organized and proactive
Strong capacity of prioritising tasks
Strong communication skills
Interest for the alternative proteins domain
Motivated to work in a dynamic multidisciplinary collaborative start-up environment
What we offer
When you come to work at Nutropy, your day-to-day is directly responsible for improving the quality of our products. Your role will be pivotal in bringing animal-free dairy to consumers worldwide, positively impacting our food system and planet. In return, here is what we can offer you:
A supportive workplace
A stimulating, fast-paced multi-cultural environment
Salary and benefits
Opportunities to learn and progress professionally
Interviewing process
We will organize 3 interview rounds with the CSO, our DRH and the senior leadership team, including reference checks.
As an equal opportunity employer, Nutropy welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of sex, gender, sexual orientation, national, ethnic or social origin, disability, religion or belief. Do not hesitate to apply! We will help you to obtain a visa if it is required. Under its equal opportunities policy, Nutropy is aiming to achieve gender parity in staff employed at all levels in the Organisation. At the time of appointment, preference between suitable candidates shall be given to the candidate of the gender which is under-represented in the relevant grades within the category to which the vacancy belongs. During the different stages of the recruitment procedure, specific measures shall be taken to facilitate access for candidates with disabilities.