Birch Biosciences
Research Associate/Senior Research Associate
Birch Biosciences, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
[Full Time] Research Associate/Senior Research Associate at Birch Biosciences (United States)Research Associate/Senior Research Associate
Birch Biosciences, United StatesDate Posted: 31 Oct, 2022Work Location: Portland, OR, United StatesSalary Offered: Not SpecifiedJob Type: Full TimeExperience Required: 1+ yearsRemote Work: NoStock Options: NoVacancies: 1 availableBirch Biosciences is a startup company based in Portland, Oregon that engineers enzymes for plastic recycling. Engineered enzymes act as “molecular scissors” to break down plastic polymers in a high yield, circular process that enables manufacture of high quality, 100% recycled plastic products. Our bio-enzymatic recycling process is low cost, high yield, and reduces CO2 emissions by > 50%. Plastic demand is expected to triple by 2050, so our plastic problem is only going to get worse unless we do something about it!We’re looking for a research associate to help support Birch scientists as we develop a novel protein engineering strategy to enable iterative development of high-performance enzymes.Specific job responsibilities include:Culture and characterize microbes isolated from environmental samplesPerform standard molecular biology techniques including PCR, DNA cloning using Gibson or Golden Gate or similar techniques, and E. coli transformationPerform Sanger and next generation sequencing and analyze sequencing dataPerform protein engineering and protein expression experimentsOperate analytical assays to characterize proteins of interestCollect experimental data, perform data analyses, and write experimental reports to document findingsOrder lab supplies, make laboratory media and buffers, and maintain laboratory equipmentThe ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related field1+ year of laboratory experienceA good understanding of bioinformatics, with programming (Python) and working knowledge of statisticsExcellent attention to detailExcellent communication skillsPassion for solving hard technical problemsWe’re committed to creating opportunities for applicants from diverse backgrounds that can contribute to our mission. If you don’t have all of the pre-requisite skills, experience or degrees, please send us an application—we’d love to evaluate your skills and see if there is an opportunity for us to work together!About Birch Biosciences
We recycle plastic using engineered enzymes
Company Size:
6 - 10 PeopleYear Founded:
2021Country:
United StatesCompany Status:
Actively Hiring
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Birch Biosciences, United StatesDate Posted: 31 Oct, 2022Work Location: Portland, OR, United StatesSalary Offered: Not SpecifiedJob Type: Full TimeExperience Required: 1+ yearsRemote Work: NoStock Options: NoVacancies: 1 availableBirch Biosciences is a startup company based in Portland, Oregon that engineers enzymes for plastic recycling. Engineered enzymes act as “molecular scissors” to break down plastic polymers in a high yield, circular process that enables manufacture of high quality, 100% recycled plastic products. Our bio-enzymatic recycling process is low cost, high yield, and reduces CO2 emissions by > 50%. Plastic demand is expected to triple by 2050, so our plastic problem is only going to get worse unless we do something about it!We’re looking for a research associate to help support Birch scientists as we develop a novel protein engineering strategy to enable iterative development of high-performance enzymes.Specific job responsibilities include:Culture and characterize microbes isolated from environmental samplesPerform standard molecular biology techniques including PCR, DNA cloning using Gibson or Golden Gate or similar techniques, and E. coli transformationPerform Sanger and next generation sequencing and analyze sequencing dataPerform protein engineering and protein expression experimentsOperate analytical assays to characterize proteins of interestCollect experimental data, perform data analyses, and write experimental reports to document findingsOrder lab supplies, make laboratory media and buffers, and maintain laboratory equipmentThe ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related field1+ year of laboratory experienceA good understanding of bioinformatics, with programming (Python) and working knowledge of statisticsExcellent attention to detailExcellent communication skillsPassion for solving hard technical problemsWe’re committed to creating opportunities for applicants from diverse backgrounds that can contribute to our mission. If you don’t have all of the pre-requisite skills, experience or degrees, please send us an application—we’d love to evaluate your skills and see if there is an opportunity for us to work together!About Birch Biosciences
We recycle plastic using engineered enzymes
Company Size:
6 - 10 PeopleYear Founded:
2021Country:
United StatesCompany Status:
Actively Hiring
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