Biologist Technician Intern

InSpek in a few words

InSpek uses optical microchip technology to sense multiple molecules, temperature, acidity, oxygenation, and more. In real-time, directly at the heart of biochemical reactions. Our sensors help produce medicines, food, and energy while reducing waste. We make sensors better, cheaper, and smaller!

Do you want to join a young, dynamic, ambitious, and VC-backed startup? Then InSpek is the place for you!

📜 Job description

We are looking for a Biologist Technician Intern (3 months – starting June) to support the R&D and Applications teams to focus on basic biology by preparing solutions, running chemical assays, and performing basic physicochemical measurements on samples from bioprocesses. Your work will contribute directly to the calibration and validation of InSpek’s sensors by ensuring we gather high-quality, reproducible chemical data. 

This is a hands-on position at the intersection of chemistry and biotechnology —ideal for someone who loves working in the lab and wants to make a concrete impact.

🛠️ Responsbilities

Basic chemistry & sample analysis

• Prepare buffers, media, and standard solutions following precise recipes 
• Perform routine measurements: pH, optical density 
• Carry out chemical assays on fermentation samples (e.g. sugars, products) 
• Collect, label, and process samples from small-scale bioreactors 

Support for sensor development

• Participate in calibration experiments with InSpek’s optical sensors 
• Assist in handling and organizing Raman and reference data 
• Help ensure proper traceability and documentation of all measurements 
• Format and share results to support data analysis and model building 

Laboratory support & documentation 

• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized lab environment 
• Keep detailed records of experimental work and help write protocols 
• Take part in equipment maintenance, chemical inventory, and waste management

✨ What we need from you

• You are studying biology, biotechnology, bioprocessing, or a related field (Bachelor or technical degree level) 
• You have experience in basic microbiology or cell culture techniques 
• You are meticulous, proactive, and enjoy hands-on lab work 
• You are comfortable following SOPs and working under sterile conditions 
• You’re curious about bioprocessing, sensor technologies, and R&D environments 
• Bonus points if you’ve worked with spectroscopic or analytical tools (e.g. UV-Vis, Raman) 
• You speak French and English (both useful in our bilingual lab!)

📍 Conditions and benefits

• Location: DocCity, Suresnes, France (about 20min from downtown Paris)
• Health and life insurance (100%)
• Meal vouchers
• Flexible remote work policy
• Gymlib access: subsidized gym access & sport activities
• Regular social events
• Inclusive culture

🗣️ Interview process

• Screening interview
• Technical interview

🙋 Apply

At InSpek, we believe in fostering an inclusive environment in which employees feel encouraged to share their unique perspectives, leverage their strengths, and act authentically. We welcome those from all backgrounds and varying experiences.

Please contact us on LinkedIn or at contact@inspek-solutions.com with any questions, and apply here.

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