Senior Scientist II/Principal Scientist, Molecular Cloning Technologies
Core
Lead the vision, development, and scaling of cloning and construct generation capabilities to support RNA-based agricultural biotechnology platform development.
Role type
Principal Scientist, Molecular Cloning Technologies
Builds
High-throughput cloning workflows, novel construct generation solutions, and scalable DNA assembly/viral engineering technologies for agricultural RNA products.
Domain
Agricultural biotechnology / Synthetic biology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Molecular cloning, DNA assembly, vector development, viral engineering, high-throughput workflow design, automation solutions, scientific strategy, team mentorship, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Experience with RNA technology platforms, novel technology evaluation, external scientific collaboration
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Define and execute long-term cloning strategy; Own cloning function and construct generation operations; Conceive and implement novel cloning technologies and automation; Drive continuous improvements in throughput and unit economics; Lead innovation in high-throughput DNA assembly and viral engineering; Evaluate emerging technologies; Partner with Molecular Biology, Delivery, Discovery, Sequencing, and Bioinformatics teams; Mentor scientists and develop technical talent; Drive external collaborations; Communicate scientific strategy to senior leadership
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship
