Microbial engineering - Intern

About Pivot Bio:  

Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of the soil microbiome, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in agriculture. Our first commercial product harnesses the power of naturally-occurring microbes to provide nutrients to crops.  We are dedicated to providing new sustainable ways for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the world’s growing population. Read/Hear more about Pivot Bio on Forbes or PBS News Hour.   

Position: Intern - Microbial engineering 

Location: Watertown, MA 

Our team at Pivot Bio located in the Greater Boston area is looking for a team member who wants to bring agricultural innovations by realizing the potentials of soil microbes. The position will work with diverse soil microbes and develop microbial assays to better understand their performance in natural environments. This position presents unique opportunities to learn cutting-edge molecular techniques in synthetic biology and to implement innovative ideas for environmentally sustainable agricultural practices in a real-world setting. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop assays to uncover microbial performance in natural environments.  
• Develop genetic tools to monitor plant responses.  
• Communicate and collaborate with colleagues in varied scientific and technical roles.  
• Organize and document experiments and data analysis in a timely manner.  

Qualifications and Experience:

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in a quantitative discipline, such as microbiology, plant biology, genetic engineering, synthetic biology, systems biology and or equivalent. 
• Good understanding of microbial metabolism.  
• Good understanding of genetic circuit design. 
• Attention to detail and ability to effectively perform tasks as directed by supervisor or according to an SOP. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

Must be authorized to work in the United States   

• Annual Training & Development support 
• Flexible vacation policy with a generous holiday schedule 
• Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team