Research Associate Molecular Evolution (Biotechnology)

TL;DR

Research Associate Molecular Evolution (Biotechnology): Conducting experiments in genome editing and molecular evolution with an accent on molecular biology techniques and sequence analysis. Focus on optimizing laboratory protocols, performing vector construction, and utilizing bioinformatic workflows to ensure high-quality results.

Location: Onsite in Johnston/Des Moines, Iowa, USA. No visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided.

Company

Global leader in agriculture science focusing on innovation and technology to improve farming and food security.

What you will do

• Conduct experiments and technical operations of moderate complexity within the Genome Editing group.
• Optimize laboratory protocols and manage daily workloads efficiently.
• Interpret and analyze data to identify erroneous results and suggest subsequent experiments.
• Contribute to the development of work plans in a dynamic lab environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, biological science, genetics, or related fields.
• Hands-on experience with molecular biology procedures: vector construction, E. coli transformation, and PCR.
• Proficiency in isolating plasmid and genomic DNA.
• Working knowledge of bioinformatic programs and computational workflows for nucleic acid and protein sequence analysis.
• Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Nice to have

• Minimum of 1 year of related professional experience.
• Experience with yeast genetic or biochemical techniques.
• Ability to advance multiple projects simultaneously.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits available from the first day of employment.
• Generous time off: four weeks of PTO and two weeks of well-being pay per year.
• Strong parental leave policy (minimum 16 weeks for both parents).
• Competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program.
• Numerous professional development opportunities to build technical skills.