Molecular Biology/Biotechnology Scientist
6 days ago
Job Title: Molecular Biology/Biotechnology Scientist (Industrial Postdoctoral Position)
Company: BryoSphere Biotechnologies Inc.
Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Job Type: Full-Time, Industrial Postdoc
Eligibility: Ph.D. graduate within the past five years, allowed to work in Canada.
Salary: $55,000 annual salary
About BryoSphere Biotechnologies:
BryoSphere Biotechnologies is a Vancouver-based biotechnology company using moss as a synthetic biology platform to revolutionize the production of challenging-to-produce natural molecules. Our target products range across diverse commercial sectors, notably skincare and pharmaceuticals. BryoBright, our skincare ingredient, stands out as an antioxidant that can effectively address skin discoloration, offering a breakthrough solution for skin-related concerns. Beyond advancing the synthesis of intricate molecules, our cutting-edge technology prioritizes environmental sustainability, marking a paradigm shift towards more eco-friendly production methods.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated Ph.D. scientist with expertise in biotechnology and biochemistry to join our dynamic research team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in advancing our research and development initiatives aimed at genetically engineering the metabolism of moss to produce small molecules for commercial purposes and scaling those up.
Responsibilities:
- Genetic Engineering and Cloning: Design, execute, and optimize molecular biology experiments focused on genetic engineering and cloning to modify moss traits for the production of specialty chemicals.
- Analysis/purification of plant metabolites: Optimize protocols for efficient extraction, analysis and purification of plant metabolites at a benchtop scale.
- Target Development: Contribute to the design and development of novel transgenic moss lines producing target molecules with therapeutic applications.
- Lab management duties: Maintain biological inventories such as plants in sterile tissue culture, glycerol stocks inventories, primer and plasmid inventories. Monitor lab expenses and maintain the organization of reagents.
- Collaboration: Work with our team to integrate your scientific findings with BryoSphere's broader commercial objectives.
- Self-starter: Demonstrate the ability to work independently, take ownership of projects and be open to learning new techniques/analyses as needed.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or a related field.
- Proficient in genetic engineering and cloning techniques.
- Experience working with sterile plant tissue culture (preferred).
- Experience with bioreactor setup and operation (preferred).
- Experience with chemical analysis of complex plant extracts (HPLC, LC/MS, GC/MS).
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Benefits:
- Health coverage
- Professional development opportunities.
- Flexible work arrangements and paid time off.
- Meaningful work in a collaborative culture.
- Join a cutting-edge team where your contributions matter.
- Opportunity for company equity as part of our team.
BryoSphere Biotechnologies is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Join us in our mission to transform synthetic biology through innovative plant biotechnology
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
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