Scientist Strain Engineer

Responsibilities

• Work with laboratory strains of Escherichia coli, fungi, and yeast using aseptic techniques
• Perform advanced molecular biology techniques including recombinant cloning, genome editing, and knockouts
• Conduct genome editing for improved phenotype and heterologous production of recombinant molecules
• Carry out fermentation studies for recombinant strains focusing on yield optimization and scale-up
• Design, implement, and characterize novel gene constructs
• Perform metabolic engineering of recombinant strains and analyze metabolic flux
• Prepare and execute established methods and SOPs
• Drive process improvements and maintain equipment, data, and records

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Synthetic Biology, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of postdoctoral experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology settings
• Experience working on recombinant platforms for novel molecule production
• Proven experience in metabolic pathway engineering of yeast and bacterial systems
• Proficiency with metabolic pathway prediction tools
• Strong foundation in fundamental molecular biology techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to gene circuit design, cell engineering, and strain development
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Excellent communication and presentation skills