Algal Geneticist
Posted April 20, 2010 12:00 AM
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 an exceptional algal geneticist to join our Microbiology staff in San Diego, CA.
Requirements:
- Doctoral degree in phycology, microbiology, molecular biology, biology, plant biology, or related field.
- Experience in algal genetics is essential: design and execution of screens for altered genetic characteristics; genetics and molecular genetics related to mutation identification / localization; algal mating, segregation analysis, etc.
- Preference given to candidates with the following experience
o Genetics and molecular biology of mating systems
o Non-standard / non-model organism algae
- Strong leadership skills.
- Ability to participate in interdisciplinary teams.
- Due to the highly collaborative nature of this position, interpersonal and communication skills are extremely important.
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to independently design, execute, troubleshoot and interpret experiments.
- Proficiency in written and oral presentations.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Microbiology, characterization, genetics and molecular biology of algae.
- Creativity and the ability to work within and lead a team in order to achieve technical and corporate milestones.
- Provide example of professionalism and proficiency for the laboratory staff.
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 and reference "Algal Geneticist" in the subject line.