Research Scientist, Hwang Lab

RESEARCH SCIENTIST, HWANG LAB, Biology, to help lead and expand experimental efforts in enzyme discovery and biochemical characterization; develop and apply high-throughput experimental platforms to discover, characterize, and functionally annotate enzymes across diverse sequence space; and independently design and execute high-throughput assays, mentor trainees, and help organize and scale experimental operations in a fast-moving research environment. This position offers the opportunity to shape the lab’s experimental infrastructure, co-develop new assay platforms, mentor students, and contribute to high-impact publications and grant proposals.

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Job Requirements

REQUIRED: PhD in biochemistry, chemical biology, molecular biology, microbiology, or related discipline; a minimum of two years of hands-on research experience in an industrial or academic laboratory setting, may include experience as a graduate student; strong track record of experimental productivity (publications or equivalent research output); and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

PREFERRED: Experience building or scaling high-throughput experimental platforms; experience with mass-spectrometry (e.g. LC-MS/MS) and metabolomics; familiarity with automated liquid handling systems; and interest in machine learning and AI.