Research Scientist I, Molecular Genetics and Genomics Division
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Job Location:
Ipswich, SD - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 81000 - 95000
Posted on:
03-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About NEB
New England Biolabsis a different kind ofbiotechnology company we areacommunity of scientists innovators and collaborators driven by a shared mission to advance scienceforthe benefit ofsociety. Founded in 1974 with a deep commitment to research excellence and environmental stewardship NEB has become a global leader in the discovery and production of enzymes for molecular biology applications. Our reagents are trusted by researchers worldwide for their quality and reliability and have played a critical role in breakthroughs across genomics proteomics diagnostics and academic research.
With acorporateculture rooted in passion humility and authenticity we offer a dynamic and inclusive workplace where creativity thrives voices are heard and personal growth is celebrated. Whether you are interested in pursuing a research career or supporting our missionthrough other rolesjoining NEB means contributing to meaningful scientific progress in a collaborative campus-like environment that values both innovation and integrity.
The Role
New England Biolabs (NEB) invites applications for a Research Scientist I position within the Molecular Genetics and Genomics Division. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and implementation of innovative approaches for mining microbial communities to discover and characterize novel enzymes with a particular emphasis on high-throughput sequencing and molecular biology methods.
How youll contribute:
Develop and apply next-generation sequencing (NGS)-based strategies to identify and characterize enzymes from complex microbial communities.
Design and execute experiments that integrate molecular biology microbiology and genomics to support enzyme discovery efforts.
Analyze and interpret sequencing data to guide experimental decisions and generate hypotheses.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists in computational biology molecular genetics and protein biochemistry.
Present research findings through internal reports cross-functional meetings and scientific publications.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of workflows protocols and analytical pipelines.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Ph.D. in Molecular Biology Microbiology Genomics Biochemistry or a related field with at least 2 years of Postdoctoral experience.
Demonstrated expertise in next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies and applications.
Strong background in molecular biology techniques (e.g. cloning library preparation nucleic acid manipulation).
Proven ability to design execute and analyze complex experiments independently.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong problem-solving ability curiosity and motivation to work in an interdisciplinary environment.
What will make you stand out:
Experience with metagenomics microbiome analysis or enzyme discovery pipelines.
Familiarity with bioinformatics tools for analyzing NGS data.
Track record of scientific publications and/or patents.
Experience mentoring or supervising students interns or research staff.
Estimated base salary hiring range for a Research Scientist I $81000 - $95000
Base salary is onecomponent of our generous total rewards compensation package. Employees are eligible to receive:
Annual discretionary profit-sharing bonus
Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan ESOP (eligible after two full years of service)
Exceptional benefits package at a nominal cost to the employee including a 10% 401k match
Base salary decisions depend on several factors including but not limited to individual qualifications job location internal equity and market data alignment.
Equal Opportunity Employer including disabled/veterans
New England Biolabs is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer New England Biolabs considers applicants for employment without regard to and does not discriminate on the basis of any category protected under applicable federal state or local laws and regulations. More in-depth details of EEO are availablehere.
Information regarding New England Biolabs commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion can be foundhere.
New England Biolabs is a participating employer in the Employment Verification(E-Verify)program.
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Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Machine Learning
- Python
- AI
- Bioinformatics
- C/C++
- R
- Biochemistry
- Research Experience
- Natural Language Processing
- Deep Learning
- Molecular Biology
About Company
Established in the mid 1970s, New England Biolabs, Inc. is the industry leader in the discovery and production of enzymes for molecular biology applications and now offers the largest selection of recombinant and native enzymes for genomic research. NEB continues to expand its product ... View more
