Synthetic Biologist (with focus on plants)
General molecular biology lab work, including but not limited to the following:
Plant related:
Plant media prep
Tissue culture
Agrobacterium mediated transformation
Biolistic transformation
Protoplast transformation
Molecular biology techniques:
Bacterial transformation
Plasmid prep
PCR
DNA/RNA isolation
Protein engineering
Keeping lab clean and tidy etc
Minimum of BS (but masters preferred) in molecular biology or related field with lab experience, more qualified candidates welcome to apply as we do have flexibility in the role
Interest in biotech startup career or DIY Bio. Previous participation in iGem a plus
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Fun and friendly with good interpersonal skills
Proficient with all basic computer skills
Molecular biology
Genetic engineering
Plant transformation
Health insurance
Vacation
We genetically engineer organisms, for the home. We are most well known for running the first ever crowdfunding campaign for a synthetic biology application, raising $484k on Kickstarter to make real glowing plants. We were also the first biotech company Y Combinator invested in. We now have a portfolio of products in development.