Mycelium Characterization and Data Science Leader

3 weeks ago


Emeryville, California, United States ZipRecruiter Full time

We're on a mission to grow the future of materials by unlocking the unique properties of mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms. Our patented technology, Fine Mycelium, unleashes a new class of materials crafted from nature, engineered for performance, and built for a resilient future.

As Senior Scientist, Mycelium Characterization and Data, you will lead our characterization function, develop workflows to advance the understanding of our Fine Mycelium platform, and manage relationships with external entities for method development and execution. You will also oversee a small team of scientists and technicians, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Innovation Center team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge materials. If you have expertise in analytical chemistry, fungal physiology, data characterization, and data management, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the characterization function and develop workflows to identify, develop, and operationalize evaluation methods to advance the understanding of our Fine Mycelium platform.
  • Manage relationships with external entities for method development and execution.
  • Oversee a small team of scientists and technicians, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
  • Build data visualization tools to compile both experimental data reports and facility housekeeping reports.
  • Summarize complex technical information from different technical groups/vendors into more systematic conclusions informing levers for future experiments.

Qualifications:

  • PhD in Life Science, Chemical Engineering, or Biology, with at least 8 years of experience in the agriculture or biotech industries.
  • Experience in analytical chemistry and method development is required.
  • Expertise in fungal or microbial physiology, mycology/microbiology, fermentation, data science, and statistics strongly desired; bioinformatics and genome editing experience is a plus.

The target salary for this role is $135,000-$152,000. We offer competitive equity and benefits programs, including medical, vision, and dental plans at no cost to employees, equity, and a generous PTO policy.



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