Research Scientist

1 month ago


Los Angeles, California, United States HireMinds: Specialized Recruiting in Life Sciences, Marketing, F Full time
R&D Engineer, Molecular Biology

Our client is revolutionizing the field of DNA synthesis by leveraging AI to significantly lower costs. We're seeking an experienced molecular biologist to join our team and contribute to the development of next-generation DNA synthesis methods.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, validate, and implement novel gene synthesis strategies to achieve a 2-order-of-magnitude cost reduction in DNA synthesis.
  • Develop high-throughput molecular biology processes for manufacturing gene synthesis products in a high-throughput MFG lab, including operation of liquid handling robotics, bioanalyzers, and Next Gen sequencers.
  • Collaborate with AI/ML colleagues to develop end-to-end gene synthesis design and analysis workflows, utilizing learnings to continually improve processes and strategies.
  • Maintain detailed and accurate documentation, author reports, develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), and contribute to building a highly organized manufacturing laboratory.
  • Develop new processes and strategies to incorporate novel customer needs into product offerings.

Requirements:

  • PhD with 1-3 years of industry experience or comparable (MS with 4-6 years, BS with 6-8 years) with a focus on molecular biology, genetic engineering, or protein engineering.
  • Experience with product prototyping and optimization involving a strong command of molecular biology, chemistry, or biochemistry.
  • Experience taking research programs and deploying into process development or manufacturing settings.
  • Experience with gene synthesis strategies, DNA modifying enzymes, or modified nucleic acid chemistries.
  • Minimum 2-4 years of hands-on molecular biology experience.

Desirable:

  • Proven track record of working with automation and/or software engineers to bring processes to market.
  • Experience with novel nucleases, ligases, polymerases, and other DNA-modifying enzymes.
  • Strong knowledge of viral genetics and/or replication mechanisms.
  • Basic proficiency with Python.

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