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Research Scientist

A&P Inphatec, LLC
1060 E Meadow Cir, Palo Alto, CA 94303
From $110,000 a year - Full-time

Location

1060 E Meadow Cir, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Benefits
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  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Gym membership

Full job description

We are:

A&P Inphatec, LLC has commercialized the first product to treat Pierce’s Disease in grapevines.

Our unique solution utilizes bacteriophages to target and kill the bacteria at the source of the problem – giving wine growers an organic and sustainable solution to a rising threat in California.

Our goal is to harness the power of bacteriophages to improve “One Health”: humans, animals, and our environment.

At A&P Inphatec, everyone has a voice, data wins arguments, and individuals are empowered to think creatively. We believe we are all on the same team working together towards a common goal. If one of us succeeds, we all succeed.

We want:

A&P Inphatec, LLC is seeking an experienced microbiologist applicant to join our research and development team as a full-time Scientist. This individual will be responsible for developing microbial biopesticide products. This individual must be able to communicate effectively in informal settings and be able to work well within a team. Candidates should have prior experience developing biological products.

Responsibilities include:

  • Develop, optimize, and implement phage discovery techniques
  • Develop and optimize biopesticides for use in agriculture
  • Creatively identify novel targets and biological solutions
  • Contribute to the development of new intellectual property
  • Presentation of results to internal scientists and external collaborators
  • Other tasks as assigned

You have:

  • A PhD in life sciences or related field
  • 2+ years’ experience developing commercial biological products
  • Able to translate a high-level goal into action with minimal further guidance
  • A problem-solver with strong analytical skills
  • Strong microbiology and molecular biology skills, including, but not limited to: o Experience working with and isolating naturally occurring bacteria, o Nucleic acid extraction, PCR/qPCR, primer design, NGS o Working in an aseptic manner (biosafety cabinet)
  • Organized with excellent communication skills, including scientific presentations
  • Excitement to work in a close-knit working environment

You might have:

  • Experience developing novel bacteriophage technologies (bacteriophage isolation, characterization, and amplification)
  • Experience with plant-specific pathogens

You Want:

  • A challenging environment that will push you to grow and improve professionally, every day
  • Opportunities to learn new technologies and fields, along with the freedom to work on hard technology and real science
  • Competitive salary
  • 100% Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
  • Monthly gym stipend
  • 401k matching
  • Discounted wine!

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location: Palo Alto, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Palo Alto, CA 94303: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • developing commercial biological products: 2 years (Preferred)
  • Research: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person