Scientist Strain Development (05-10-04MC) Synthetic Genomics

Job Description

At Synthetic Genomics, Inc., we are dedicated to developing and commercializing genomic-driven solutions to address global challenges. We are currently seeking a Scientist in Strain Development to join our fast-growing, dynamic and collaborative team in La Jolla, CA.
Required Skills

The Scientist is responsible for the technical leadership, design and execution of innovative experimental strategies to improve microorganisms for the production and commercialization of food products.
The successful candidate will have extensive experience in microbial physiology, molecular biology and protein biochemistry.
Conduct experiments using mutagenesis, selection and screening to improve biocatalyst properties.
Use strong quantitative analyses to provide insight into key findings and guide experimental planning.
Utilize advanced ?omics? technologies and work closely with bioinformaticians to analyze data sets; summarize and present data to inform experimental hypotheses and design.
Employ molecular tools to characterize improved strains.
Work closely and effectively with Discovery and Process Development Team to transition leads from discovery through improvement to scale up.
Contribute significantly to overall success of science program(s), by advancing project goals and ensuring timely completion of project objectives.
Participate in writing critical patents, standard operating procedures and scientific publications.
Perform comprehensive literature reviews, summarize and present as required.
Instruct and provide guidance to Sr. Research Associates and Research Associates.
Consistently demonstrate initiative and follow-through in implementing projects and tasks.
Develop understanding of company?s external customer?s needs and how they affect SGI?s business and products.

Required Experience

Requires a Ph.D. in Bioengineering, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or related discipline with 2-5 yrs experience.
Broad and detailed experience with chemostats, turbidostats, and other fermentation platforms is required.
Demonstrated ability to develop improved microorganisms via classical evolution methods is required.
Knowledge of fermentation physiology is required, phototrophic physiology is an advantage.
Working knowledge and experience with bioinformatics tools is required.
Familiarity with flux analyses is an advantage.
Facility with state-of-the-art molecular biology procedures and tools is an advantage.
Advanced data analysis and presentation via written & oral format in a concise, clear manner is essential.

Location:	La Jolla, CA United States