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Monday, March 17, 2008

Scientist II, Molecular Biology USA, California, Palo Alto

You will work with a motivated group of biochemists, molecular biologists, and biochemical engineers to dissect, understand and control metabolic processes for the conversion of renewable resources to commodity chemicals.

We are looking for a talented molecular biologist with a background in bacterial physiology to join a team of scientists working on pathway engineering of microorganisms to make chemical products from renewable resources. The successful candidate will be creative and innovative and enjoy working as an integral part of a team in a fast-paced environment. You will work with a motivated group of biochemists, molecular biologists, and biochemical engineers to dissect, understand and control metabolic processes for the conversion of renewable resources to commodity chemicals. You must have experience in pathway engineering or systems biology. You should have experience in bacterial molecular biology and physiology, and a working knowledge of biochemistry. You should be a creative, motivated, self-starter, capable of working both independently and interacting in a dynamic collaborative team environment with biochemists and fermentation engineers. The candidate should have excellent communication and written skills, supervisory skills would be an asset.

You are degree qualified with at least 2 years of additional practical lab experience in an academic, pharmaceutical or biotechnology setting. The requirements for the position are as follows:
Ph.D. in bacterial physiology, molecular biology or systems biology.
At least 2 years Post-doctoral or practical lab experience in the above areas in academic or industrial lab environment.
The successful candidate should have excellent molecular biology skills, working knowledge of bacterial physiology, computer skills, some biochemistry background desirable.
Ability to excel in a collaborative environment.
Excellent communication skills and the desire to work within a multidisciplinary team are also required.
The successful candidate must be motivated, creative, have strong problem solving and critical thinking skills, and be capable of working independently or in a collaborative setting.
Strong analytical and organizational skills are highly desirable

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application deadline is 31 March 2008.

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