Research Associate, Microbiology

Research Associate, Microbiology

Job Scope & Purpose:

Our Cambridge based client is looking for a talented microbiologist to join their ranks. Solid experience at the bench and a work hard play hard mentality is key in this role. If you are ready to join a growing startup sure to make waves in the coming years, please apply!

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Help create, curate, and maintain fungal strain collection
• Organize frozen vegetative mycelium vials (FVMs)
• Prepare and autoclave media to be used for growing strains
• Perform experiments comparing the effects of various media on fungal growth and metabolite production
• Meticulously catalog and track strain information and historical data in Excel tables and databases
• Help establish a high throughput capability for purification and long term viable storage of diverse filamentous fungal strains
• Collaborate with colleagues from the Genomics team to acquire, characterize, and preserve fungal strains of interest from a variety of sources
• Collaborate with colleagues from the Synthetic Biology team to provide pure cultures of fungal strains for genetic manipulation
• Collaborate with the Natural Products Chemistry team to provide small and large scale fermentation broths as needed

Primary Job Requirements:

• B.S. in biology, microbiology, mycology, or related field
• Experience handling microorganisms with emphasis on filamentous fungi
• Experience preparing media and ability to use liquid dispensers and autoclaves
• Working knowledge of -80C freezers, centrifuges, shaker incubators, autoclaves, and biosafety cabinets
• Demonstration of good sterile technique and ability to handle a large number of strains daily
• Experience with streaking for isolates, dissecting and light microscopes
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task during daily routine
• A desire to be in a laboratory setting, being involved in the design and downstream generation of scientific data