Research Associate

Are you ready fora new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We're here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Research Assistant or Research Associate

We are seeking a Research Assistant or Research Associate scientist to join our Strain Engineering Department within our R&D site located in Davis, California. The site of 60+ employees in Davis works together to unlock the potential of bacteria, yeast and filamentous fungi as biological solutions to address the needs in our world. We foster a collaborative environment with a shared vision for pursuing science that has an impact, by working smart and enjoying the scientific journey.

In this role you'll make an impact by:

• Working in cross-functional teams of researchers to design, build and test engineered microbes to support local and global projects

• Developing and applying tools of strain design and engineering to bacteria and yeast

• Working in teams to unlock applications and biological insights you'd never achieve on your own

To succeed you must hold:

• B.S. in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or related field

• Conceptual and practical knowledge of molecular biology

• Practical lab experience cultivating bacteria

• Thrives in a lab environment

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• A strong desire to work as a member of an empowered, cross-disciplinary problem-solving team

• A mindset that embraces challenging science, recognizes change as an opportunity and finds satisfaction in team success.

Prior experience with one or more of the following is especially beneficial in this position:

• Experience cultivating anaerobic bacteria

• Experience developing and/or applying CRISPR tools for genetically engineering bacteria

• Familiarity with systems biology tools including computational strain design

• Familiarity with Benchling or other similar electronic laboratory notebook system

• Contributed to strain improvement programs focused on metabolic engineering or other applied objectives

Location: Davis, California (On-site)

Application deadline: August 17, 2025

Expected salary range: $49,552 - $68,133

The position will be hired at a level commensurate with relevant experience.

Benefits you will enjoy:

• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution

• Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance

• Healthcare savings account option

• Employee assistance program

• Parental leave

• Tuition reimbursement

• All benefits begin on your first day

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

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