Marine Biologics Inc.

– Laboratory Biochemical Engineer (Roscoff, France)

Marine Biologics develops biotechnology to design industrial compounds from macroalgae. We are working to build
new chemical supply chains for emerging sustainable industries.

Laboratory Engineer
Marine Biologics Inc. is hiring a biochemical/process engineer with experience in compound extraction (chemical &
physical) from seaweed biomass and biochemical quantification methods (colorimetry, eg.). The successful
candidate will also possess skills in Size Exclusion Chromatography characterization. Understanding of enzymology
is preferred. The candidate should be familiar with upscaling strategy and have an interest in designing a
semi-continuous or continuous flow extraction line, from laboratory scale to pilot scale.

Responsibilities
The engineer will be operating laboratory work with close connection with the CTO. The engineer shall be
responsible for the following tasks:
● Biomass characterization
● Compile a literature search for extraction methods of polysaccharides
● Apply biochemical quantification protocols
● SEC fractionation
● Develop and standardize quantitative and qualitative parameters of extracts / fractions
● Design a pilot scale extraction line
● Concise and clear weekly reporting of experimental results
● Responsibilities can evolve through time

Compensation
Full-time and on-site, market rate, french permanent contract (3-month trial).

Qualifications and expectations

● Bio-process engineer familiar with marine biomass or seaweed
● Solid skills in extraction equipment and analytical chemistry (including laboratory security, colorimetry,
and SEC)
● Pilot scale and process designing and equipment
● Experimental design development, planning and time management
● Teamwork and collaborative engagement
● Masters degree with experience in biochemistry & process engineering

Location and work conditions

Marine Biologics’s Laboratory is located in the Roscoff area (Brittany, France).
- High confidentiality level of the laboratory work space
- Possible late meetings due to time difference with the US

Additional information
Expecting starting : March/April 2024
Conversational level in English and French requested
Need to be motorized (driver’s license and car)

About Us
Marine Biologics is a biotech business designing industrial compounds from macroalgae. The company was
founded by a team of entrepreneurs with a track record of building large-scale technology businesses in new
markets. Our experience growing global companies is complimented by a deep bench of scientific expertise in
marine biology and biochemistry. We’ve secured the support of veteran investors and have the resources to grow
quickly.
To APPLY, send a CV and cover letter to recruiting@marinebiologics.com