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Scientist for Biofoundry, Automation and AI

Scientist for Biofoundry, Automation and AI

MOJIA BIOTECH PTE. LTD.Singapore
5 days ago
Job description

MojiaBio is seeking highly motivated scientists with a

background in Biofoundry, Automation and AI at our R&D

headquarters located in Shanghai. The ideal candidates will play

key roles on the use of state-of-the-art synthetic biology

approaches to develop and improve our chemical manufacturing

platforms. The positions will be tasked with the design and

construction of novel biocatalysts (enzymes, pathways, microbial

cells), developing and carrying out both classical and advanced

genetic, pathway and metabolic engineering strategies to improve

biocatalytic performance. The scientists will be part of MojiaBio's

Synthetic Biology (SynBio) team and will work closely with members

of the fermentation, bioconversion and process engineering

teams.

Responsibilities :

Design and execute automated workflows to engineer and optimize

microbial strains for enhanced bioproduction.

Utilize advanced genetic engineering techniques to modify and

improve cellular characteristics for high-throughput strain

engineering.

  • Develop and implement automated

platforms and robotic systems to streamline strain engineering

processes.

  • Create diverse libraries of genetic
  • constructs or microbial strains and perform high-throughput

    screening to identify top-performing variants.

    Utilize data analysis tools and AI-driven approaches to interpret

    large datasets generated from high-throughput screenings to

    identify key strain candidates.

  • Implement
  • quality control measures to validate strain performance through

    experimental validation and data verification.

    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop methods, collect

    results, and assure quality of results.

  • Keep
  • up-to-date with advancements in the field and apply emerging

    technologies to advance projects.

  • Participate
  • with the IP team to protect, enrich, and increase the value of the

    company's technology IP

    portfolio.

    Qualifications

    Ph.D. degree in Synthetic Biology, Metabolic Engineering,

    Biological Engineering, Molecular Biology, or related fields.

    Preferably with 3 years of experience working in metabolic

    engineering in industrial settings or a similar environment. MSc

    with significant relevant experience will be

    considered.

  • Proficiency in advanced genetic
  • engineering techniques and automation platforms for strain

    engineering and optimization.

  • Familiar with
  • data analysis tools and AI-driven approaches for interpreting large

    datasets from high-throughput screenings.

    Knowledge of high-throughput screening methodologies, library

    construction, and screening workflows.

    Experience in developing and executing automated workflows and

    utilizing robotic systems is a plus.

  • Must be
  • safety-oriented, self-motivated, and highly organized

    individuals.

  • Capable of adapting and working
  • well in a collaborative, fast-paced work setting, contributing to a

    positive and inclusive team culture.

    Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills in

    Chinese, preferably in English as well.

  • Strong
  • interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate

    and collaborate with colleagues.

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