Joyn Bio is a joint venture between Bayer and Ginkgo BioWorks dedicated to addressing unmet needs in agriculture by applying synthetic biology approaches to engineer microbes.
Objective
Support laboratory molcular biology and microbiology functions
Responsibilities
Purify nucleic acids from cultured cells, plant, and soil samples
Perform routine qPCR with possible expansion to other technologies such as microscopy, plate reader (fluorescence/absorbance), LAMP, or similar
Culture and enumerate microbe strains to support QC and analysis pipelines
Assist in collecting and processing samples for downstream analysis.
Accurately and thoroughly document work and communicate results
Contribute to maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.
Training/Experience
B.S. (or equivalent degree and experience) in molecular biology, microbiology or related discipline with minimum 2 years of industry experience
Molecular biology techniques – qPCR, DNA extraction and quantification, gel electrophoresis, using various liquid handlers, high throughput formats. Protein extraction and analysis experience a plus.
Fluorescence microscopy and plate reader experience a plus.
Excellent attention to detail, flexibility, strong communication skills, and team-player attitude are essential. Must be able to work independently to support departmental needs across a broad range of duties and scientific techniques.
Safely lift 40 lbs.
Organizational
This is a contract position through one of our partner agencies.
This position reports to the Plant Science department at our Woodland CA site.