Research Associate

The Company MaverickX is revitalizing critical resource extraction with precision biologics. We are a team of scientists, engineers, and business operators who are bringing cutting-edge biotechnology products to the world’s most critical industries. The Role We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate to join our Bioprocess Technical Operations team. Under the guidance of our experienced scientists and engineers, you will gain hands-on experience and develop skills in fermentation and bioprocess development. The Research Associate will contribute to ongoing projects, conduct fermentation experiments as specified, and assist in bioprocess development activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in biotechnology, microbiology, biochemistry, biochemical engineering, or a related field, along with experience working with microbial cultures and bench-scale fermenters.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and sterilize culture media for fermentation experiments

Set up, operate, and monitor bench-scale bioreactors/fermenters

Monitor and control key process parameters, including pH, dissolved oxygen, temperature, agitation, and aeration

Perform aseptic sampling and prepare samples for analytical testing

Support fermentation process development and optimization

Evaluate media composition and feeding strategies to optimize microbial growth and productivity

Clean, sterilize, and maintain bioreactors and associated process equipment

Analyze fermentation data and prepare experimental reports

Support process scale-up from shake flasks to bench-scale bioreactors

Follow established SOPs and laboratory safety procedures

Maintain accurate documentation of experimental procedures, process data, results, and observations

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in biochemical engineering, chemical engineering, biotechnology, microbiology, biochemistry, or a related field

2+ years of hands-on experience in a laboratory, fermentation, or bioprocess development environment

Hands-on experience operating bench-scale fermenters or bioreactors, basic understanding of key process parameters

Experience working with bacterial and other microbial cultures

Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records

Good communication and teamwork skills

Ability to work independently and in team and manage multiple tasks effectively

Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and procedures

Our Values

Customer First: Our first and foremost priority is to give customers technology that makes their business more valuable. There is no deviation from this north star

Play to Win: This is a professional team, not a family. Hardcore work ethic is a baseline; measurable impact is how we define success

Extreme Ownership: We are self-starters who learn voraciously, master our domain, and take full accountability for the outcomes of our work

Relentless Execution: A good idea is meaningless until it is solving a customer problem. Moving with speed, focus, and determination is how we win in our industry

Radical Candor: Focused, direct, and impactful communication is our language. No time for beating around the bush

Shared Success: Meaningful equity participation for employees means that when MaverickX wins, everyone wins

Uncompromised Integrity: We do first-class business in a first-class way, while staying loyal to our customers, shareholders, employees, and country

Benefits

At Maverick X, our compensation packages reflect our recognition of the value our employees bring to our success and our commitment to recruiting top talent. We cater our benefits to ensure our team succeeds both in and out of the office

Premium health insurance: With medical, dental, and optical options, we offer some of the best coverage on the market

Continuing education: We take employee development seriously and strive to unlock our team’s full potential through continuous learning initiatives