National Laboratory of the Rockies · 20 hours ago
Postdoctoral Researcher – Enzyme engineering for cell-free systems
Golden, CO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$75K/yr - $124K/yrNational Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development. The successful candidate will work on developing optimized cell-free systems for the conversion of C1 substrates to sustainable biofuels and bioproducts, collaborating with industrial partners and conducting laboratory experiments with a focus on enzyme engineering.
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Responsibilities
Work safely and independently in a laboratory setting
Plan and execute research in collaboration with other researchers
Communicate scientific results effectively, both in written and oral formats
Author peer-reviewed publications
Work effectively in a large, multidisciplinary, multi-institutional team of engineers and scientists
Qualification
Required
Must be a recent PhD graduate within the last three years
Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date
Experience with cloning, expression, and purification of proteins
Experience with automation of biochemical assays
Demonstrated experience in enzyme and/or protein engineering
Ability to take initiative to set direction and goals for assigned tasks
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Strong record of quality peer-reviewed publications
Strong safety record
Demonstrated ability to follow complex standard operating procedures with attention to detail
Work safely and independently in a laboratory setting
Plan and execute research in collaboration with other researchers
Communicate scientific results effectively, both in written and oral formats
Author peer-reviewed publications
Work effectively in a large, multidisciplinary, multi-institutional team of engineers and scientists
Preferred
Analytical chemistry experience with HPLC, GC-FID, GC-MS, and/or LC-MS
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Pension benefits
403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match
Life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Personal time off (PTO) and sick leave
Paid holidays
Company
National Laboratory of the Rockies
The U.S. Department of Energy's primary national laboratory for energy systems research and development.
Founded in 1977
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$166.09MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyARPA-E
2024-09-04Grant
2023-09-21Grant· $1M
2023-05-22Grant· $150M
Leadership Team
Clay Sumner
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
Jennifer L.
Chief Financial Officer
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