Scientist III – Bacterial Metabolic Engineering Lead

About Pivot Bio :

Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of microbiology genomics crop nutrition and agriculture Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in fertilizer technology. Our first commercial product harnesses the power of naturally-occurring microbes modern gene editing and application technologies to provide nitrogen to crops. We are dedicated to providing new solutions for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the worlds growing population. Read / Hear more about Pivot Bio on Forbes or PBS News Hour.

Were looking for a passionate self-motivated Bacterial Metabolic Engineering Lead who thrives on solving tough biological problems and turning ideas into innovations that work in the field. You will engineer non-model plant-associated bacteria and help deliver the next generation of products to transform the way the world grows food. If youre excited by big challenges bold science and the chance to improve agriculture on a global scale we want you on our team.

Location : Hazelwood MO

Key Responsibilities

Strain Development & Engineering

• Engineer plant-associated bacterial strains using advanced genome editing and molecular biology approaches.
• Apply expertise in primary metabolism (carbon nitrogen and energy pathways) to design strategies that improve microbial fitness nutrient exchange and productivity in planta .
• Develop assays to assess genetic changes.
• Develop and adapt genetic tools for non-model host organisms addressing challenges unique to beneficial plant-associated microbes.
• Integrate metabolic knowledge and systems biology insights to design strains that are robust stable and effective in diverse agricultural environments.

Scientific Leadership

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Innovation & Knowledge Building

Qualifications

Education :

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Preferred Qualifications

Must Be Authorized to Work in the United States

What We Offer :

#LI-Onsite

All remote positions and those not located in our Berkeley facility are paid based on National Benchmark data. Following employment growth beyond the hiring range is possible based on performance.

Hiring Compensation Range

$121600 $152000 USD

Key Skills

Laboratory Experience,Immunoassays,Machine Learning,Biochemistry,Assays,Research Experience,Spectroscopy,Research & Development,cGMP,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Data Analysis Skills

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1