Technical Director

Job Description

STEM Recruitment Solutions is proud to support Biomara Ltd, an exciting start-up based in Scotland with their exciting plans to grow. If you are looking to grow your career, work on exciting sustainable projects and expand this technical area then pleaseread on.Technical Director Job DescriptionBioMara is searching for a technical director who is excited to lead the biorefinery design and build, research and lab work, and help build a high performing team. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland the candidate will join a growing, highly ambitious, dynamicearly-stage company. The main requirement is the candidate brings their own energy and enthusiasm to the team.BioMara is an early stage startup with pre-seed funding secured. Our mission is to be a world leader using innovative technology for the extraction and purification of fucoidan from macroalgae. BioMara values diversity on the team and are an equal opportunitiesand family-friendly employer.BioMara aims to have a positive impact in the world by leading in excellent science, as we seek to realize the full industrial potential of macroalgae to address globally important challenges related to nutrition, healthcare, medicine, sustainability andfood security.OpportunityThe candidate must have both strong technical abilities and a willingness to take on a core leadership role in the company in order to succeed. For the right individual, this is an amazing opportunity to join an exciting biotech company where you can playan instrumental role in its future. In return, the candidate can expect a competitive salary and the opportunity to work with a team truly committed to developing scalable, sustainable solutions.Key responsibilities

• Designing and developing methods for extraction and purification of fucoidan from macroalgae.
• Designing and conducting experiments in accordance with R&D project aims and objectives. And planning and execution of the R&D roadmap.
• Hire and lead a team to achieve the companys operational and research objectives and maintaining best practices (including overseeing Phd students)
• Monitor project progress and identify and resolve perceived gaps and problems.
• Play an active role in developing proposals for funding.
• Consulting relevant published academic literature, patents, and technical reports, as necessary
• Organising necessary resources for lab work and pilot scale biorefinery build; including management of external contracts and suppliers including the sourcing, identifying, and procurement of consumables, necessary facilities, technical support staff, samples,materials, and apparatus, as required.
• Responsible for coordinating and optimising activities, procedures and facilities to support company goals and objectives.
• Develop lab protocols, procedures and documentation. For example, characterisation and optimisation assays.
• Work closely with management on a day-to-day basis on strategic planning, administration and any related activities.

We are looking for experience and skills

• BSc or Phd in a related subject (eg. Chem Engineering) or experience in the field
• Proficiency/experience of microbiology/biotechnology highly advantageous.
• Delivery of projects within time and budget in complex environments.
• Core relevant laboratory skills and techniques.
• Designing, building, and scaling novel processes and systems, through to pilot stage.
• Experience in installing, servicing, fixing and calibrating analytical lab equipment
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Able to specify, cost and source equipment from scientific suppliers.
• Ideally experience working with macroalgae (also microalgae).
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Please apply online in the first instance.STEM Recruitment Solutions Ltd operates as a recruitment agency in this instance. WE endeavour to reply to all applications when possible.