Extraction Technician

Position: Extraction Technician (Contract)
Location: Barrow-upon-Humber

Extraction Technician
12 Month FTC
Salary negotiable

We are currently recruiting an Extraction Technician to support the development and scale-up of extraction project based at a Production site in Barrow upon Humber. This is initially a 12-month FTC and we are looking for process minded individuals who are looking for a fresh challenge

Key Responsibilities

* Develop and test microalgae cell disruption and pre-treatment methods

* Optimise solvent-based and mechanical oil extraction processes

* Run laboratory and pilot-scale trials

* Analyse oil yield, purity, and EPA content

* Document results and support process improvement
About You

* BSc or MSc in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemical Engineering, or similar

* Hands-on experience with oil extraction and process optimisation

* Knowledge of cell disruption and lipid analysis

* Experience with microalgae or microbial biomass is an advantage

* Based in the UK or willing to relocate
Details

* 12 Month Fixed-term

Contract:

Feb 2026 – Janextension possible)

* Location:

Barrow-upon-Humber, UK