Remote Senior Synthetic Biology Scientist: Gene Circuits

Placements24

Queenstown

Hybrid

NZD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Bonuses & stock options
Generous PTO
Remote-friendly culture
Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Senior Research Scientist to lead synthetic biology initiatives remotely, designing and constructing novel biological systems for therapeutic and industrial applications. This fully remote role focuses on leveraging genetic engineering, molecular biology, and computational design to engineer microorganisms and pathways from a home office.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, tackle complex challenges, and stay at the forefront of synthetic

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Synthetic Biology, Chemical Engineering, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in synthetic biology research, with a strong emphasis on engineering biological systems.
  • Proven expertise in DNA assembly techniques, gene editing (e.g., CRISPR), and microbial fermentation.
  • Experience with computational design tools and modeling of biological systems is essential.
  • Strong understanding of metabolic engineering, protein engineering, or pathway engineering.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and communication skills, critical for a remote role.

Responsibilities

  • Design and engineer novel genetic circuits, metabolic pathways, and microbial chassis for specific applications.
  • Develop and implement high-throughput screening and characterization methods for engineered biological systems.
  • Utilize computational tools and modeling to guide the design and optimization of synthetic constructs.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including molecular biologists, chemists, and engineers, to advance projects.
  • Troubleshoot complex technical challenges in genetic engineering and bioprocess development.
  • Stay updated on the latest advancements in synthetic biology, molecular biology, and related fields.

Skills

DNA assembly
CRISPR
Microbial fermentation
Computational design
Modeling biological systems
Metabolic engineering
Protein engineering
Pathway engineering
Remote communication

Education

Ph.D. in Synthetic Biology or related

Tools

DNA assembly tools
CRISPR toolkits
Computational modeling software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Senior Research Scientist to lead synthetic biology initiatives remotely, designing and constructing novel biological systems for therapeutic and industrial applications. This fully remote role focuses on leveraging genetic engineering, molecular biology, and computational design to engineer microorganisms and pathways from a home office.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, tackle complex challenges, and stay at the forefront of synthetic

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