Colorifix
 Strain Engineer

Posted on: 04 March 2022

COLORIFIX
Company Overview

Colorifix was founded by two synthetic biologists who were developing biological sensors to monitor heavy metal contamination in drinking water in rural Nepal.

While testing these sensors in Kathmandu,  Jim and Orr began to learn about the enormous impact of the dyeing industry on water and human health; and realised that,  rather than simply monitoring the problem,  they had the tools to solve it. With some creativity and a bit of luck,  Colorifix was founded in 2016.

Job openings
We seek to hire a highly motivated Research Scientist to join the Microbial Engineering division at Colorifix. The successful candidate will be a pivotal member of the team, supporting the development and optimisation of microbial chassis for production of pigments from renewable resources. Skills should include strong experience in synthetic biology / molecular microbiology, biochemistry, DNA assembly, genetic engineering, optimisation of metabolic pathways and bacterial growth curves. Knowledge in fermentation, bioinformatics, enzyme engineering, automation or analytical chemistry would be advantageous but not essential. Candidates with a working knowledge of electronic notebooks and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) will be at an advantage, but training will also be provided. The Microbial Engineering team is looking for a candidate who enjoys multidisciplinary teamwork, taking on challenges, shows creativity, flexibility, enthusiasm, and excellent communication skills.
 

Essential Skills and experience

  • PhD in Synthetic Biology, molecular microbiology or relevant work experience
  • Demonstrated success of engineering at least one micro-organism for enhanced small metabolite production.
  • Experience of working with and knowledge of the physiology of a range of chassis microorganisms including Gram-negative and/or Gram-positive and yeasts (e.g. Pichia pastoris and Saccharomyces cerevisiae).
  • Excellent knowledge of multiple genome engineering techniques including CRISPR genome engineering.
  • Ability to identify and develop microbial genome engineering strategies.
  • Passion for science together with a ‘can-do’ problem-solving approach.
  • Good organisational skills with a high attention to detail.
  • Good communicator and flexible team player who is committed to the success of team as a whole
  • Respect for confidentiality and integrity

Desirable skills and experience

  • Experience with protein engineering
  • Experience of keeping a digital lab book
  • Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
  • Previous industry experience is desirable

Title: Strain Engineer
Reports to: Head of Microbial Engineering
Location: Norwich Research Park, Norwich
Qualifications: PhD in biological sciences or a relevant subject or 3+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
Remuneration: Annual salary of £37,000 to £42,000 depending on level of experience.
Holidays: 25 + BH

Apply: Please submit your CV and cover letter to recruitment@colorifix.com.

Colorifix is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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