Postdoctoral Researcher - Metabolic Engineering and Synthetic Biology

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Apr 9

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Research & Development
$71.3K - $117.6K
Golden

Requirements

Must be a recent PhD graduate within the last three years.* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
Additional Required Qualifications;
Research experience in metabolic engineering and synthetic biology in non -model bacteria
Development and implementation of novel genetic tools
Experience with systems biology methods
Take initiative to set direction and goals for assigned tasks
A skilled researcher who applies, on a broad basis, existing theories, principles, and concepts, and is fully competent in all conventional applications of knowledge common to metabolic engineering and synthetic biology
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to deliver high-quality results within aggressive timelines
Strong record of quality peer-reviewed publications
Strong safety record
Demonstrated ability to follow complex standard operating procedures with attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications:
Development and deployment of CRISPR-based applications
Experience with engineering and cultivation of anaerobic microorganisms
Experience in bioreactor cultivation
Basic analytical skills including HPLC

Responsibilities

work safely and independently in a laboratory setting
plan and execute research in collaboration with other researchers
communicate scientific results effectively, both in written and oral formats
author peer-reviewed publications
work effectively in a large, multidisciplinary team of engineers, chemists, and biologists.

FAQs

What is the main focus of this Postdoctoral Researcher position?

The main focus of this position is to conduct metabolic engineering and synthetic biology to integrate, evolve, and improve new pathways and genes in engineered strains for the production of renewable fuels and chemicals from biomass-derived intermediates.

What is the duration of the initial appointment for this position?

The initial appointment for this position is for one year, with the possibility of renewal for up to three years.

What project will the successful candidate be working on?

The successful candidate will work in the Agile BioFoundry (ABF) project, focusing on metabolic engineering and synthetic biology for the production of renewable fuels and chemicals.

Will the successful candidate be working with bioprocess engineers?

Yes, the successful candidate will work with bioprocess engineers for scale-up activities in bioreactor cultivations to improve strain performance in an iterative fashion.

What are the expected outcomes of the work in this position?

The expected outcomes of the work in this position include the integration of new pathways and genes in engineered strains, leading to industrially relevant strain performance for the production of renewable fuels and chemicals.

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The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), a Department of Energy national lab, is #TransformingEnergy as the nation's primary laboratory for renewable energy and energy efficiency research and development. NREL's Mission: NREL develops renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies and practices, advances related science and engineering, and transfers knowledge and innovations to address the nation's energy and environmental goals. NREL's Strategy: NREL has forged a focused strategic direction to increase its impact on the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) and our nation's energy goals by accelerating the research path from scientific innovations to market-viable alternative energy solutions.