Metabolic Engineer
Company: Kula Bio Inc
Location: Natick
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Description:We are on the brink of something big and it feels
good! We know our product has the potential to have a global
impact. Strong Science, New Technology, and Influential Leadership
has positioned us for success. Kula Bio is a leader in sustainable
nitrogen solutions, helping farmers improve crop yield and reduce
environmental impact. As part of the Discovery Team at Kula Bio,
you will help develop and execute an innovative research program in
soil bacteriology/microbial ecology. On a regular day, you will
perform metabolic modeling by applying metabolic flux analysis,
including genome-scale constrains based flex analysis and control
of metabolic pathways to metabolic engineering projects. In
addition, you will develop quantitative models to generate
hypotheses and testable predictions. To thrive in this role, you
have incorporated state-of-the-art approaches to soil/rhizosphere
bacteria strain development or similar processes. You are capable
of working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and
multi-tasking. You are an independent decision maker able to plan
and execute work orders with minimal supervision. You have managed
and mentored a small team as well as managed complex projects. You
have an interest in finding sustainable solutions and want to be
part of a driven and diverse team.Requirements:Ph.D. in Chemical
Engineering, Biological Engineering, Metabolic Engineering,
Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Bacteriology or a related field
with at least three (3) years of experience beyond PhD.Expert in
soil/bacteria nitrogen cycle that have hands-on wet lab and in
silico familiarity with soil-born bacteria strain development
technologies, including metabolic flux analysis and synthetic
biology technologies, specifically gene editing.Solid practical
experience in bioinformatics and omics technologies for genome
mining. Promote and demonstrate safe behaviors through personal and
team participation in Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE)
activities.Ability to oversee and coordinate work performed by
outside contractors. Ability to regularly communicate data and
project updatesPI201721196
Keywords: Kula Bio Inc, Boston , Metabolic Engineer, Engineering , Natick, Massachusetts
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