Microbiology and Molecular Biology Technician

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow, Kiri, Babybel, Boursin Nurishh, Pom'Potes and GoGo squeeZ, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.74 billion in 2024.

Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you

Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project
 

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POSITION CONTEXT

At Bel, our ambition is to provide everyone, everywhere in the world, with healthy, portioned snacking solutions while reducing our carbon footprint. In this major transformation, the Applied Research department plays a key role: it leverages scientific and technological innovation to drive the group's food transition and sustainable growth.

As part of a sabbatical replacement, we are recruiting a Technician in Microbiology and Molecular Biology to join an expert team specialized in food fermentation, involved in projects and collaborations around microbial metabolism. You will have the unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of applied research, develop your skills, and help shape the food of tomorrow.

LOCATION & START DATE

12-month fixed-term contract (CDD), starting January 1, 2026. Position based at the Bel Group's Research, Innovation and Development center in Vendôme, Loir-et-Cher (41), on the TGV line between Paris (40 min) and Tours (20 min).

MAIN DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Within the Applied Research Department, which operates primarily upstream of Innovation and Development at Bel Group, and reporting to a Research Scientist, you will take part in the implementation of the Research strategy.

As a Technician in Microbiology and Molecular Biology, your main duties will include:

• Organizing and conducting experiments using classic food microbiology and molecular biology approaches
• Implementing and optimizing molecular biology protocols on cheese, fermented plant and fruit matrices (DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, nucleic acid quality control, etc.)
• Supporting the analysis of omics data from sequencing, in collaboration with the research scientist on the team
• Participating in the development and validation of new analytical methods
• Analyzing, formatting, and interpreting results obtained
• Actively participating in the daily life of the laboratory (safety, inventory management, ordering, etc.)

PROFILE

You have a 2/3-year higher education degree (Bac +2/+3) in Biological Engineering, Molecular Biology, or Biological Analyses.

You have knowledge in microbiology (inoculation, isolation, identification, etc.) and molecular biology (nucleic acid extraction, end-point PCR, real-time PCR, electrophoresis, sequence analysis, etc.). Experience with flow cytometry would be a plus.

Ideally, you have initial experience in a similar position within the agri-food sector.

You are organized, autonomous, rigorous, and dynamic.

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