As a Junior Metabolic Strain Engineer you will apply hands-on strain engineering to improved product properties and yields of our ChoViva Butter as well as future fats and fat-derived ingredients.
A Taste of What to Expect
Design and execute your own experiments in a lean results-driven way applying full DBTL cycles with a strong hands-on presence in the wet lab
Generate collect analyze and interpret experimental and literature data in a coherent and structured manner
Closely coordinate with the Strain Engineering team and the broader Fats & Oils R&D team to align on goals timelines and responsibilities
Contribute to the development and expansion of our in-house structural biology capabilities to support the creation of tailored product compositions
Ensure reliable documentation of procedures and results as well as organized and secure data storage
Support the daily operations of the lab by contributing to shared responsibilities
You will also build and test these targets in vivo and hands-on in the wet lab together with the strain development team. We are hence looking for an ambitious and motivated team player with a strong passion for computational biology and the wet lab alike. You will be challenged to drive the extension and continuous improvement of applied computational tools at Planet A Foods. You will have the support of the team and leadership to grow our computational tool stack alongside your skills over time with commitment to additional resources through our network and educational training. Together with our product-oriented A-team you will collaboratively solve the biologic and technical challenges to make this product a reality.
The Perfect Recipe of Skills & Experience
You have a Masters degree in molecular biology biotechnology or biochemistry or related fields
You have a strong passion for wet lab work and applied research ideally paired with experience with genetic manipulation of yeasts or fungi
You thrive on tackling ambitious challenges and in working in a fast-paced ever-evolving startup environment
Ability and willingness to work independently while coordinating with and contributing to a collaborative team
Hands-on background in structural biology and mechanistic enzymology is preferred
You bring hands-on experience in core molecular biology techniques including PCR and DNA cloning strain construction and cultivation and sterile working techniques
A Sweet Package
Healthy Delicious Meals: Fresh subsidised daily lunches along with unlimited snacks and drinks to keep you energised
Generous Vacation Time: 30 days of paid holiday each year to recharge and pursue your personal passions
Work-Life Flexibility: Flexible working hours and a flat-hierarchy environment where collaboration and open communication thrive
Supporting Healthy Lifestyle: Discount to Urban Sports Club so you can stay active and fit
Team-Building Events: Strengthen connections and foster a positive team dynamic
Sensory Experiences: Evaluate and contribute to the flavour colour and aroma of both current and future recipes
Chocolate Every. Single. Day: Because who wouldnt want to indulge in delicious chocolate every single day
About us
We produce all-natural cocoa-free innovations without compromising on taste quality and sustainability to preserve the Earth for our children.
We are on a constant journey of discovery and driving meaningful impact. Through collaboration and shared success we empower our team to take bold action and make a difference. Every role is designed with purpose where together ideas flourish opportunities expand and boundaries are pushed. Joining our team is a step toward to protecting the planet we love.
As an equal-opportunity employer we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion starting from evaluating all applications fairly. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
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