Scientist in Computational Biology
Core
Develop computational models and simulations to guide strain and process design for sustainable biotechnology applications including biochemicals, biofuels, and biomaterials.
Role type
Senior IC computational biologist (strain development)
Builds
Genome-scale models, constraint-based simulations, and data-driven strain improvement strategies
Domain
Biotechnology / Bioinformatics / Industrial Bioprocesses
Deliverable
production ML models | research | client delivery
Required skills
Genome-scale modeling, constraint-based analysis, genome analysis, NGS, bioinformatics, Python programming, model-guided strain design, scientific computing
Preferred skills
Multi-omics data integration (genomic/transcriptomic/proteomic/metabolomic), machine learning for phenotype prediction, high-throughput data handling, bioprocess simulation
Technologies
Python, NGS platforms, bioreactors (up to 10,000 liters), robotics data systems
Responsibilities
Develop genome-scale models and simulations for host organisms (yeast, bacteria, fungi), analyze NGS and omics data, plan and execute experiments, write grant applications and client quotations, collaborate with industry and academic partners
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with research leadership