Research Assistant/Research Associate - Strain Engineering

Are you ready for a new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We're here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Research Assistant or Research Associate

We are seeking a Research Assistant or Research Associate scientist to join our Strain Engineering Department within our R&D site located in Davis, California. The site of 60+ employees in Davis works together to unlock the potential of bacteria, yeast and filamentous fungi as biological solutions to address the needs in our world. We foster a collaborative environment with a shared vision for pursuing science that has an impact, by working smart and enjoying the scientific journey.

In this role you'll make an impact by:

• Working in cross-functional teams of researchers to design, build and test engineered microbes to support local and global projects

• Developing and applying tools of strain design and engineering to a diverse collection of microorganisms, including bacteria, yeast, and filamentous fungi

• Working in teams to unlock applications and biological insights you'd never achieve on your own

To succeed you must hold:

• B.S. in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or related field

• Conceptual and practical knowledge molecular biology

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• A strong desire to work as a member of an empowered, cross-disciplinary problem-solving team

• A mindset that embraces challenging science, recognizes change as an opportunity and finds satisfaction in team success

Prior experience with one or more of the following is especially beneficial in this position:

• Contributed to strain improvement programs focused on protein expression, metabolic engineering or other applied objectives

• Experience developing and/or applying CRISPR tools for engineering of bacteria, yeast or filamentous fungi

• Familiarity with Benchling or other similar electronic laboratory notebook system

• Operating and programming liquid handling robots (Biomek, Hamilton, or Opentrons)

• Python coding experience for scientific data analysis

The salary range for this position is $55,000-$70,000/year. The position will be hired at a level commensurate with relevant experience. This role is an on-site position at our Davis, California facility.

Application Deadline: 6/13/25

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

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