Research Assistant /Associate, Strain Engineering
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Our multidisciplinary team of world-leading discovery biologists, biochemists, geneticists, and fermentation process engineers are dedicated to harnessing the therapeutic potential of plants. We are applying our unique design-build process and our proven track record to the biosynthesis of cannabinoids.
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JOB LISTING: RESEARCH ASSISTANT / ASSOCIATE – STRAIN ENGINEERING
We are seeking an experienced Research Associate who will work under the guidance of Scientists focusing on metabolic engineering of biosynthetic pathways in microorganisms, particularly yeast. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, the ability to effectively and multi-task on a daily basis using practical experience working with synthetic DNA and gene-editing tools to create, clone and deliver diverse DNA libraries.
EDUCATION: BS or MSc in genetics, molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE: 1-2 or more years’ demonstrated experience in a high-throughput environment working with DNA library construction/cloning techniques (PCR, cloning, microbial transformation, homologous recombination, sequencing, and CRISPR-based integration), in an industrial research setting (Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, or Life Sciences Industries).
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