Senior Scientist

1 week ago


Macclesfield, Cheshire East, United Kingdom CroBio® Full time
Job Description

Company Overview:

At CroBio, we are determined to transform the agricultural sector in response to the effects of climate change. With the food supply facing threats such as decreased agricultural output, unpredictable harvests, and lower yields, our mission is more crucial than ever. We focus on developing biostimulants that enhance crop resilience and soil health using microbial-secreted biomaterials. By improving soil water retention, we offer a promising path towards a sustainable future.

Your Opportunity:

As a well-supported, early-stage startup, CroBio is leading the way in creating advanced microorganisms to address key agricultural challenges. We are seeking an accomplished **Senior Scientist** to join our team specializing in strain engineering. This is an exciting chance to play a vital role in our journey, contributing to a greener and more sustainable global agriculture.

The Role:

We are looking for a curious, driven, and skilled Senior Scientist with expertise in microbial engineering. Your responsibilities will involve pushing the boundaries of our innovative biostimulants by genetically modifying bacteria to develop effective solutions for modern agriculture.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Engage in the essential fight against climate change through the engineering of groundbreaking microbes.
  • Collaborate closely with our team to establish genetic systems in various host bacteria.
  • Lead and oversee projects from inception to completion.
  • Plan and execute experiments to assess the performance of our engineered strains in controlled settings.
  • Work with plant and soil science specialists to evaluate the impact of our strains on plant roots.

Who We Are Looking For:

  • An experienced professional with a solid background in synthetic biology, microbiology, or molecular biology.
  • Someone who thrives in a laboratory setting, excels in project management, and can meet tight deadlines.
  • A strong leader keen on contributing to our startup's growth and fostering a positive work environment.

Required Skills:

  • PhD in Synthetic Biology or Molecular Biology with a specialization in bacterial engineering.
  • Minimum of 4 years of industry experience or 4 years in a post-doctoral role.
  • Knowledge/experience in soil microbial strains.
  • Expertise in bacterial engineering, genetic systems design and construction, and familiarity with cutting-edge techniques (e.g., CRISPR, directed evolution, homologous recombination, etc).
  • Capability to present and represent CroBio at international conferences.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

  • Proficiency in Python and/or bioinformatics.
  • Experience in qPCR, protein engineering, and bacterial secretion systems.
  • Background in working with Pseudomonads and expertise in soil microbiomes.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive annual salary ranging from £50,000 to £60,000.
  • Pension contributions.
  • Performance-based bonus.
  • An engaging position located in Alderley Park, a hub of innovation and development.

Make a Difference with Us:

At CroBio, you will play a key role in crafting solutions for current agricultural obstacles and be part of a team devoted to shaping the future. If you are ambitious, committed to sustainability, and ready for a fulfilling challenge, we are excited to hear from you.

Contact us to join CroBio as the Senior Scientist and contribute to building a sustainable agricultural future.


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