Computational Scientist - Microbial Metabolic Modeling

AV; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 88,500 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AV is seeking a Computational Scientist in Dayton, Ohio, specializing in Microbial Metabolic Modeling and Simulation. This role involves developing genome-scale models, collaborating with lab scientists, and optimizing microbial processes for bioproduction. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. in a relevant field or an M.S. with experience, and U.S. Citizenship is required.

The salary range for this position is $88,500 - $135,000, along with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401K plan with company matching.

Qualifications

• A strong foundation in computational modeling and microbial metabolic engineering.
• Ability to translate in silico designs to practical lab applications.
• Experience in collaborating with experimental scientists.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary bridge between dry-lab and wet-lab operations.
• Generate, curate, and refine genome-scale metabolic models.
• Develop high-throughput computational workflows for genetic screenings.
• Analyze multi-omics and fermentation data to validate models.
• Refine modeling constraints to simulate industrial bioprocess conditions.

Skills

Microbial metabolic modeling

Simulation of metabolic fluxes

Constraint-based modeling

Collaboration with lab scientists

Peer-reviewed publications

Education

Ph.D. in Bioengineering or related field

M.S. with 2+ years of experience

Tools

COBRA toolbox

Python

MATLAB

Job description

AV is seeking a Computational Scientist in Dayton, Ohio, specializing in Microbial Metabolic Modeling and Simulation. This role involves developing genome-scale models, collaborating with lab scientists, and optimizing microbial processes for bioproduction. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. in a relevant field or an M.S. with experience, and U.S. Citizenship is required.

The salary range for this position is $88,500 - $135,000, along with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401K plan with company matching.