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Microbiology Expert

AgBiome

Microbiology Expert

National
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    AgBiome is a biotechnology company using new knowledge of the plant-associated microbiome to create innovative products for agriculture and life sciences. We are currently focused on being the leader in discovering and developing new biologicals, traits, and chemicals for protection of crops from insects, fungi, weeds, and nematodes. We have a unique, non-hierarchical, self-managed culture and in 2018, we were named one of Inc. Magazine's ‘Best Places to Work'. We employ approximately 100 employees and occupy a state-of-the-art facility (office, labs, greenhouse) in Research Triangle Park in Durham, NC. We are seeking a highly-motivated and forward-thinking Microbiology Expert with 5-10+ years relevant microbiology experience or graduate degree in microbiology and exceptional technical and interpersonal skills to work in a complex laboratory environment. The Microbiology Expert will play a pivotal role in running pipeline screening of microbes and contribute to pipeline optimization. In this pursuit, the Microbiology Expert will work closely with project managers, laboratory scientists, and data scientists. The Microbiology Expert will also manage third-party relationships with technology vendors and contractors. Active participation in our distinct and differentiating culture is essential!

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Growth of microbes for screening assays
    • Microbial growth improvement
    • Microbiology workflow optimization
    • Collaboration with fermentation and formulation groups
    • Shipment preparation for external collaborations

    ROLE REQUIREMENTS

    Education and Experience

    • BS with 10+ years industry experience OR MS with 5+ years experience OR PhD with 2+ years experience
    • Degree in Microbiology or related field
    • Media optimization expertise

    Technical

    • Expert microbiology lab skills
    • Microscopy
    • Data management, analysis, communication
    • Experience with product development of microbial products

    Personal/ leadership

    • Time management

    • Manage interpersonal relationships among multiple groups

    • High emotional intelligence and well-developed conflict management skills

    • Strong personal commitment to professional development and eagerness to learn

    • Flexibility to assume a variety of roles

    • The initiative of a starter

    • Strong verbal communication skills

    • Strong prioritization skills

    • Open to AgBiome culture model

    • Strong work ethic, diligence to follow through with tasks, and deliver tangible outcomes

    • Training/mentoring experience (or strong potential)

    Principals only please