Bioengineer, Molecular Biology
Core
Develop and optimize protein expression workflows (cell-free, E. coli, mammalian), execute DNA synthesis/assembly protocols, and characterize protein properties (binding, stability, function) at high volume.
Role type
Senior hands-on research scientist (molecular biology/bioengineering)
Builds
High-volume protein expression systems, DNA assembly protocols, and characterization assays for AI-driven wet lab experimentation
Domain
Biotechnology / Molecular Biology / Protein Engineering
Required skills
protein expression and purification, DNA synthesis and assembly (PCR, Golden Gate, Gibson), assay development, data analysis of chromatograms and binding curves, experimental design and troubleshooting
Preferred skills
high-throughput workflow experience, automation interest, independent troubleshooting
Technologies
PURE, lysate-based systems, BLI, SPR, enzymatic assays
Responsibilities
Develop and optimize protein expression workflows; Design and execute DNA synthesis and assembly protocols; Develop or adapt assays for binding, stability, and function; Run experiments at the bench and analyze data; Collaborate with automation team to translate methods into automated workflows; Identify failure modes and improve methods systematically
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC