Research Fellow (Enzyme Engineering), CHBE

College of Design and Engineering; Singapore; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative institution is seeking a Research Fellow to lead groundbreaking projects in enzyme engineering and biotransformations. In this role, you will engineer new enzymes and optimize processes for synthesizing rare sugars. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and development in a collaborative environment, making a significant impact in the field of biotechnology. If you are passionate about scientific discovery and eager to tackle complex challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong background in enzyme engineering and biotransformations.
• Experience with kinetics and biosynthesis optimization techniques.

Responsibilities

• Engineer new enzymes through directed evolution.
• Investigate enzyme catalysis and optimize biosynthesis yields.

Skills

Enzyme Engineering

Biotransformations

Kinetics Investigation

Biosynthesis Optimization

Cascade Reactions Development

Education

PhD in Biochemistry

Master's in Biotechnology

Job description

Research Fellow Job Description

The Research Fellow will work on a recently granted project focused on developing enzymes and biotransformations for synthesizing rare sugars.

The research tasks include:

1. Engineering new enzymes through directed evolution
2. Investigating enzyme catalysis and kinetics
3. Optimizing biosynthesis yield and process
4. Developing single-step and/or one-pot cascade enzymatic reactions for rare sugar production