Staff Scientist in Microbial Genome Engineering - DTU Biosustain

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Kongens Lyngby

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Staff Scientist in DNA Foundry to work on collaborative strain development projects. The successful candidate will play an important role in engineering microbial strains using high-throughput automated/semi-automated workflows. The part of the role also involves supporting flow cytometry and FACS facility maintenance.

The job
Your primary tasks will be to:

  • Execute strain development projects in biofoundry using automation instruments e.g., different liquid handlers and colony picker.
  • Ideation and implementation of synthetic biology and genome editing tools for platform strains e.g., E. coli, Pseudomonas, S. cerevisiae
  • uild out DNA Foundry capabilities in strain development pipelines using latest technologies
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop platform strains
  • Train and guide users in sample preparation, design, data analysis of flow cytometry and FACS protocols
  • Analyse, report data and effectively communicate any foreseen delays or process deviations
  • Evolve and improve processes in response to requirements and new technologies

Our expectations of you

  • PhD or equivalent in molecular biology, synthetic biology, metabolic engineering or related
  • Proven track record of working on metabolic engineering or strain development projects involving microbial genome engineering
  • Expertise in a wide range of techniques such as CRISPR based genome editing, homologous recombination, DNA assembly methods, selection/counter-selection methods and promoter or expression elements
  • Experience in flow cytometry and FACS methods
  • Experience in using automation instruments for strain engineering projects is advantageous
  • Experience in using LIMS systems such as Benchling and software tools for data analysis is advantageous
  • Flexibility and adaptability to meet changing project and research needs

What we offer in return
We offer an interesting and challenging job in an international atmosphere with the focus on research, teaching, innovation and scientific advice for the benefit of the surrounding community. We place emphasis on a high level of professionalism among our staff, so skills development is an integral part of our organization. In the area of technical and natural sciences, DTU is one of the leading research and education institutions in Europe.

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 20 February 2024. Open the “Apply now” link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV and exam certificates.

If you would like additional information about the position, please contact Scientific Coordinator and Head of DNA Foundry, Vijayalakshmi Kandasamy on [email protected]

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Biosustainability (DTU Biosustain)
Recent progress in our ability to read and write genomic code, combined with advances in automation, analytics and data science, has fundamentally changed the scope and ambition of harnessing the potential of biological systems. Big data approaches and analysis of biological systems are key research instruments at the Center. DTU Biosustain utilizes these advances for microbial cell factory design to foster sustainable lifestyles in relation to three application areas: Sustainable Chemicals, Natural Products, and Microbial Foods.

Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.

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Jobbet er oprettet på vores service den 15.1.2024, men kan have været deaktiveret og genaktiveret igen.

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  • Tirsdag den 20. februar 2024

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