Synthetic biology has the potential to revolutionize the production of biofuels, chemicals, materials, drugs etc. We are seeing highly motivated individuals to work as part of a cross-disciplinary team to integrated DNA synthesis, assembly, expression and testing to create a new paradigm in synthetic biology. This individual will be the team lead for rapidly screening constructs for target products and must have a deep background in mass spectrometry based metabolite analysis.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator:

Develop and apply high throughput sample preparation methods

Develop and apply state-of-the-art LC MS/MS methods for metabolite profiling

Analyze and integrate results as part of a cross-disciplinary team.

Publish scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at seminars and conferences.

Participate in development of grant proposals for new research directions and preparation of competing renewals of current research grants.

Collaborate with other members of the program project research team both internal and external to Berkeley Lab and develop new collaborations as appropriate to further the scientific goals of the Program

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS:

Ph.D. within the last four years in chemical engineering, bioengineering, chemistry, biochemistry, chemical biology, or related field

LC-MS/MS based metabolite analysis experience

Proven ability to perform independent research and organize data for publication and presentations.

Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with technical and scientific staff.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Demonstrated ingenuity in dealing with complex problems.

Additional responsibilities:

Matlab or related programming experience

Microbiology experience

Strong publication record.

NOTE: This is a 1 year Term postdoctoral appointment with possibility of renewal contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance.

This position requires completion of a background check.

Berkeley Lab is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to the development of a diverse workforce.

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