Job Description

Intermediate, Technologist - Fermentation

InnoTech Alberta is seeking an Intermediate Technologist to work within our Bio Industrial Services Group on our Fermentation team.

Are you our next Intermediate Technologist, Fermentation? You would be a good fit for this position if you:

• Are highly detailed orientated and excel at paying exacting level of attention to your work.
• Enjoy working both independently and as part of a team where work is highly interconnected.
• Possess experience in an industrial environment or in the brewing industry.

We are game changers

InnoTech Alberta, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alberta Innovates, is a leading Research and Technology Organization established by the Government of Alberta to serve the needs of industry, innovation ecosystem & academia. Offering a diversified range of scientific, engineering, and technological research expertise and experience, and unique industrial-scale research infrastructure, equipment, and demonstration facilities, InnoTech Alberta accelerates and de-risks technology research, development, and deployment with focus on industrial solutions and innovation advancement. With a reputation for quality service and a long history of impacts in Alberta\'s economy going back a century, our multidisciplinary team has the depth of experience to work across all sectors, from energy to environment to fibre and bio-industrial.

Intrigued? Here\'s some more information about the position:

The successful incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Duties involving all aspects related to processing fermentation products.
• Assisting in the design and execution of large-scale fermentations
• Conducting sample analysis in support of large-scale fermentation in an industrial environment
• This position requires shift and weekend work as the fermentation plant operates 24/7
• This position occurs in an industrial setting and will expose the individual to chemicals, biohazards, moving equipment and elevated noise levels.
• This position is physical in nature and the successful incumbent will be required to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications and skills we are looking for:

• Technical diploma in Biotechnology, Biological Science, Brewing or a related discipline. Bachelor\'s degree would be an asset.
• 3 or more years\' experience in fermenter operation or related experience is preferred.
• Experience with the safe operation of pressure vessels and associated control systems
• Able to configure portable transfer lines, and process equipment for material batching, sterile processing and equipment cleaning.
• Mechanical aptitude is a must and a familiarity with sensors and electronics is considered highly favorable.
• Self-started who is able to work independently as well as on a highly integrated team.
• Able to problem solve and pay exacting attention to detail.
• Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Computer knowledge including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

Why InnoTech Alberta?

We offer our employees opportunities to work on projects that will expand their skill sets while witnessing the visible impacts of their efforts. We value the development of our employees and create opportunities for working in capacities that allow new skills to be learned. We know that the wellness of our team is the most important part of our business, so we offer a strong benefits package and generous vacation and paid time off programs to promote work-life balance.

The final candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance. All interviewees must be able to meet the requirement specified in the Physical Demand Analysis. This document will be supplied during the interview process to the successful candidate. This competition will remain open until a successful candidate is found.

INNOTECH ALBERTA IS COMMITTED TO THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUITY IN EMPLOYMENT AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS. WE WISH TO THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST. HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE INVITED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

Employment Status: Permanent

Hours bi-weekly: 72.50 (FT)

Classification: TB

Pay Grade:07

Salary: $59,723 - $74,710

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