Scientist - Synthetic Biology

What the role is

Scientist (Synthetic Biology)

What you will be working on

• Develop and optimize metabolic pathways
• Design and engineer strains for specialty chemical production
• Design and engineer enzymes for improved activity, stability or specificity (e.g. under conditions of high temperature, extreme pH, or organic solvents)
• Develop innovative tools in metabolic engineering, pathway engineering, and strain and enzyme engineering
• Design and optimize biosynthetic pathways and microbial strains for the production of value-added chemicals
• Oversee the design and execution of experiments, ensuring clear communication of results to teams
• Mentor students on projects and collaborate cross-functionally with colleagues, project teams, and stakeholders
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature, methodologies, and industry trends to bring forward new ideas and improvements to R&D practices
• Maintain detailed documentation and stay updated on new developments through ongoing professional learning
• Ensure a safe and compliant work environment by following safety protocols and regulations
• Support the creation of an education and training framework to establish Singapore as a synthetic biology hub with a skilled workforce

What we are looking for

• Qualification in industrial biotechnology, chemical engineering, bioengineering, biochemistry, or relevant field
• Strong research background in metabolic engineering and synthetic biology
• Proficiency in genomic editing, bioprocess engineering and fermentation
• Good critical-thinking and problem-solving skills with attention to details
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills to deliver project proposals (scientific & non-scientific), SOPs, reports, and publications
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others