Senior Microbiologist: Metabolic Engineering Lead

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Laurel (MD)

On-site

USD 105,000 - 290,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a highly motivated microbiologist to contribute to engineering microbial metabolic pathways, biocorrosion, and biomaterials. The role is within the Biological Sciences Group, Research Exploratory Development Department, advancing molecular biology expertise for national security challenges.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Microbiology or related field, with 1+ year experience in designing and running diverse biological assays, and

Qualifications

PhD in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biological Engineering, or a related field.
1+ year experience designing, running, and troubleshooting a wide range of biological assays.
Web lab experience culturing, assaying, and manipulating bacterial species.
Proficiency in basic molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA manipulation, qPCR, plate-reader assay development, and microscopy.
Eligibility for Interim Secret clearance with possible TS/SCI clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

Contribute to projects involving engineering of non-model microbes.
Work with non-model fungi and bacterial systems.
Lead projects and teams for both internally funded and externally funded efforts.
Support new business development activities including concept development, proposal writing, and project execution.
Provide leadership in developing new opportunities and driving technical innovation and growth.
Present data to interdisciplinary groups and department management.