Staff Scientist
Core
Lead research on engineering microorganisms for therapeutic use, focusing on microbial platforms that deliver therapeutic molecules for cancer immunotherapy.
Role type
Staff Scientist (Independent Researcher)
Builds
Novel microbial therapeutics and genetic engineering tools
Domain
Microbiology, Synthetic Biology, Cancer Immunotherapy
Required skills
Genetic engineering, Microbial strain engineering, Molecular biology, Preclinical animal models, Data analysis, Scientific writing
Preferred skills
Anaerobic microbial cultivation, Recombinant protein expression, Host-microbe interactions, Experimental design, Grant writing
Technologies
Bifidobacterium, Mammalian cell culture, Tumor models
Responsibilities
Design and optimize genetic engineering tools for anaerobic microorganisms; Engineer microbial strains for therapeutic protein production; Conduct molecular biology and preclinical studies using animal models; Analyze experimental data and interpret findings; Collaborate on novel microbial therapeutics; Train laboratory personnel.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC