Verschuren Centre

RapidFermTech is in full swing this week! 🔬🚀 Cohort 2 of the RapidFermTech Program just wrapped up an action-packed first week at the Verschuren Centre—and they crushed it! Here's what they’ve been up to: 🧼 Mastering sterile techniques, lab equipment, and media prep for growth success. 🔎 Diving deep into growth curves, fermentation parameters, and strain improvement strategies. 🧪 Getting hands-on with E. coli in a 10L bioreactor and perfecting culture management. But that’s just the beginning - next week, they’ll level up to 100L-1000L reactors for large-scale fermentation. Shout-out to Megan Hiscock and the Verschuren Centre team for helping shape the next generation of fermentation technicians!🎉 #RapidFermTech #Fermentation #Bioeconomy #UpskillCanada #NovaScotia

⭐ Verschuren Centre Inc. Welcomes New CEO Dr.Baoling Chen, PhD, P.Eng, PMP & Announces Dr.Beth Mason as Executive Board Chair of the Verschuren Centre.

🌟 Exciting New Opportunity: Process Operator/Power Engineer 🌟 We're growing! Our team is on the lookout for a talented Process Operator/Power Engineer to join us in creating a positive impact in the bioeconomy sector. If you have a passion for innovation and efficiency in large-scale industrial processes, this is your chance to bring your expertise to a dynamic and supportive environment. What You'll Do: In this role, you'll play a crucial part in ensuring smooth operations, maintaining equipment, optimizing processes, and contributing to sustainable bio-production efforts. You'll work alongside a skilled team to enhance productivity while upholding safety and quality standards. Qualifications We’re Looking For: - Experience in process operations or power engineering - Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety - Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment This is a unique opportunity to grow your career and make a meaningful impact in a field that's shaping the future. If you're ready to bring your skills to an innovative team and tackle real-world challenges, we’d love to hear from you! 📌 For full job details , visit: https://lnkd.in/gjk2METU #Hiring #JobOpportunity #ProcessOperator #PowerEngineer #Bioeconomy #Innovation #Career

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We are incredibly honored to be named a finalist for both the Innovation and Advancement Award and Business of the Year at the upcoming Excellence in Business Awards hosted by the Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce! This recognition reflects the hard work, passion, and commitment of our entire team to push boundaries and create meaningful impact in our industry and community. A heartfelt thank you to the Chamber of Commerce and to those who put our name forward for this recognition. Congratulations to all the other finalists—we’re proud to be in such great company. Here's to celebrating innovation, progress, and business excellence! 🙌 #BusinessAwards #Innovation #ExcellenceInBusiness #Grateful #Teamwork

Final Call! Application Deadline Approaching 🚨 Are you ready to take the next step in your career and become a Fermentation Technician? ⏳ Applications for the RapidFermTech Program close on October 1st! Don’t miss your chance to upskill and join the thriving bioeconomy with hands-on training in partnership with Greenspring Bioinnovation Hub, INNOV, and the Verschuren Centre. 🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/3MhCpIw ⏱️ Time is running out – secure your spot today! #Bioeconomy #CareerGrowth #Fermentation #Upskilling #NovaScotia #TrainingOpportunity

🎉Congratulations to the graduates of the RapidFermTech program! 🎉 We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of the recent graduates who completed the RapidFermTech program last Friday. Over the past eight weeks, these participants have demonstrated exceptional dedication, innovation, and teamwork, making significant strides in their knowledge and skills. As a comprehensive initiative designed to address the critical shortage of Fermentation Technicians in the bioeconomy, RapidFermTech has empowered them to make a substantial impact in their future careers. As you move forward, we are excited to see the significant impact you will make in the field! A special thank you to our training partners, INNOV and the Verschuren Centre, for their invaluable support and expertise. We also extend our deepest gratitude to Upskill Canada powered by Palette Skills, the Government of Canada, and the Government of Nova Scotia for their generous funding and support. Here's to new beginnings and continued success! 🚀 #RapidFermTech #CareersinSustainability #Fermentation

#WeAreHiring for the position of Mechanical Engineer – Climate Change Solutions, Energy Group at the Verschuren Centre. In this role, you will have the opportunity to provide your technical expertise to projects incorporating renewable energy, energy storage and energy efficiency. A particular focus of this role will be decarbonization of thermal energy systems and processes. Check out the job description link here: https://lnkd.in/g3tA9Rph #Hiring #Careers #NowHiring #WorkWithUs #CareerOpportunity