R&d Microbiology Lab Technician

**About us**:
**Spore.Bio** is a deeptech start-up born in 2023, building a new paradigm in the quality control systems in Food&Beverage, Cosmetics, and Pharmaceutics factories.

After spending a lot of time in factories environments, we saw the pain it was to make sure products were safe. Traditional **quality control** has heavy constraints and long waiting times. To change that, we decided to build Spore.Bio, a **new generation of microbiological testing.**

Our team is dedicated to **bringing technology** and developing a cutting-edge solution, based on advanced optical and deep-learning technologies, to detect bacterial contamination within seconds.

Are you ready to revolutionize microbiology monitoring in factories? Spore Bio is seeking a **R&D** **Microbiology Lab Technician**to develop our cutting-edge data science solution. Join our dynamic team of R&D experts and product managers, and help us build the future of industrial microbiology.

**About the role**:

- **Bacterial culture preparation and execution**: Prepare and conduct bacterial culture techniques on Petri dishes, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- **Protocol development, data acquisition, and analysis**: Assist in developing and improving culture protocols, collect experimental data, and conduct preliminary analyses to optimize results.
- **Sample management and traceability**: Handle and manage samples with precision, ensuring complete traceability and proper documentation.
- **Laboratory operations and maintenance**: Involvement in managing laboratory tasks, including supply orders, equipment maintenance, and adherence to safety and quality standards.
- **Cross-functional collaboration**: Work closely with hardware and machine learning teams to develop a robust microbiology and food data library.

**About you**:
Required qualifications/ experience:
We value curiosity, initiative, and a growth mindset — not every box needs to be ticked to apply.
- ** Educational background and experience**: Proven experience as a laboratory technician, ideally with a focus on microbiology. Familiarity with the food industry is a plus.
- **Data management skills**: Proficiency in data management tools (especially Excel) and experience with laboratory notebook systems for accurate record-keeping.
- **Research and development interest**: Motivated by research and development activities, particularly in developing new lab methods.
- **Excellent communication skills**: Comfortable interacting with different teams and levels of the organization, as well as external stakeholders. English proficiency (B2 level or above) is an asset for effective cross-team collaboration.
- **Personal attributes**: Energetic, proactive, with high attention to detail and an ability to work autonomously.

We don’t expect you to know everything from day one. What matters most is your **curiosity**, **drive to learn**, and **willingness to dive into challenges**.

**Why joining us?**:

- Work in an innovative and rapidly growing startup.
- Participate in exciting and impactful projects.
- Evolve in a collaborative and stimulating work environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous training.

**What we offer**:
We believe that flexibility and trust are important parts of a company. Our work environment reflects this thanks to:

- ** Flexible remote**: If you live in Paris, you can work from our office or from your place with no constraints.

On top of that, we offer many perks such as:

- a budget for **remote work equipment**:

- a **Gymlib** subscription for you to stay in shape wherever you are
- premium **health insurance** (Alan in France)
- a **Swile** card for your meals, if you are based in France
- frequent **team events and in-person gatherings** every quarter

**Recruitment process**:

- 30-min call with one Team Member
- 45-min personality interview with the Hiring Manager
- A 1 hour technical case study followed by a debrief with team members
- 1 hour Founders interview
- Reference calls

You might also be invited to meet other team members at the office for a lab visit and a coffee