Upstream Research Project Assistant - NOT PUBLISHED

Posted February 10, 2010 12:00 AM    

Department: Scientific Operations

Location: San Diego, California

Sapphire Energy is a venture capital backed company developing next generation biofuels based on recent advances in metabolic engineering. The company’s focus is the commercialization of high performance, low cost, and low carbon footprint biofuels that are direct replacements for conventional gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel.

We are seeking a Project Assistant to join our Upstream Research staff in San Diego, California.

Requirements:

• An advanced degree in biological sciences or related field, a minimum of 2 years laboratory experience, and a minimum of 2 years of applicable administrative or organization experience.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office programs, in particular Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work cooperatively and strategically in a team environment with all levels of professional, technical and administrative staff.
• Must have excellent organizational and problem solving skills.
• Comfort with leadership & accountability.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting the VPT with detailing scientific programming with researchers and operations staff, including record keeping, meeting schedules, tracking weekly action items and other project management tools.
• Collecting of project plan updates, maintenance or modification of project plan documentation and the preparation/distribution of project status reports.
• Assisting the Section Leaders and/or VPT in the identification and scheduling of project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks, and/or establishing standards for project reporting and documentation.
• Preparing briefs and presentations.
• General filing.
• Meeting and greeting visitors at all levels of seniority.
• Work with the Operations Manager to coordinate operational and support services for Upstream, including training for scientific staff in the general use and function of designated equipment and providing technical input to purchasing and other functional areas as required.
• Maintenance of Upstream SOPs; working with Legal department to document manage Upstream SOPs.
• Tracking all project intellectual property status; working with legal to ensure document management and application deadlines.
• Working with Corporate Affairs to schedule facility visits, tours, and education outreach events involving science staff.
• Assisting the Company Safety Officer with preparing and conducting training, coordinating safety training using outside resources, updating safety policies, and ensuring safety compliance of Upstream personnel.
• Other tasks/duties as assigned.

The Upstream Research Senior Aide reports to the Vice President of Technology (VPT).

Sapphire offers very competitive compensation packages including bonuses and equity, as well as full benefit packages which include health, dental, vision insurance, 401k, and paid time off. To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to human.resources@sapphireenergy.com with “Project Assistant” in the subject line.