Job title: Staff Scientist - Molecular Biology
Req ID: 34970BR
Job category: Research & Technology
Sub-category: Research, Development & Technology
Countries (State/Region): United States - California
Location: San Diego
We seek an experienced scientist with a deep understanding of the theory and practice of molecular biology and microbiology. The ideal candidate must be able to work both autonomously and as part of a large interdisciplinary team. The individual must also be able to solve problems creatively, communicate effectively, and collaborate well with project leaders and team members.
• Develop strain engineering solutions for biofuels productions utilizing a wide range of molecular techniques.
• Thorough strain characterization in a diverse range of conditions.
• Fungal Strain characterization and optimization.
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with key scientific personnel to further improve a variety of biofuels platforms.
• Mentor and train junior scientist with hands on techniques and experimental approaches.
• Provide creativity and technical leadership.
Key accountabilities • Contribute to biofuel production strain construction using molecular techniques.
• Thorough characterization and evaluation of production strain in low and high throughput workflows using molecular and in silico microbiological techniques.
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with key scientific personnel to further improve a variety of biofuels platforms.
• Mentor and train junior scientist with hands on techniques and experimental approaches
• Provide creativity and technical leadership.
Essential Education • Ph.D. degree or equivalent experience in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Fungal Biology or a related discipline.
• At least four years of relevant experience in molecular biology. Experience in an industrial environment an advantage.
Essential experience and job requirements Biofuels Capabilities:
• Value Creator: Focuses their energy on the actions that will add the greatest value to Biofuels, showing initiative, flexibility and resilience in doing so. Seeks to exceed expectations and look beyond the tried and tested to solve problems.
• People Developer: Works to achieve own and others’ potential. Balances the pressure to focus on short-term delivery with the longer-term need to develop the next generation of talent for the business.
• Great Partner: Builds strong and enduring relationships across and outside the business. Collaborates effectively at all levels, recognising the value of those with different expertise and from different backgrounds.
• Operational Expertise: Simplifies and clarifies situations and processes; delivers operational value through intelligent application of processes; strives for “silent running” operations.
Desirable criteria & qualifications • Experience with variety of molecular techniques that include a strong understanding of in silico vector design, vector construction, cloning with and without kits, sequence analysis, and genetic manipulation. Proficiency in qPCR, RT-PCR an advantage.
• Familiarity with culturing microorganisms. Experience with filamentous fungi and microscopy an advantage.
• Experience with protein gels and protein quantification.
• The successful candidate will have demonstrated outstanding inter-disciplinary problem solving and scientific analytical skills, with a strong interest in the pursuit of scientific discovery.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal and proven scientific communication skills.
• Highly developed organization skills and the ability to handle multiple projects are essential.
Relocation available Yes - Domestic (In country) only
Travel required Yes - up to 10%
Is this a part time position? No
About BP Our business is the exploration, production, refining, trading and distribution of energy. This is what we do, and we do it on a truly global scale. With a workforce of 80,000 employees, BP operates with business activities and customers in more than 80 countries across six continents. Every day, we serve millions of customers around the world. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.
At BP Alternative Energy we're investing in new ways of providing energy - from innovative new solar and wind businesses to advanced biofuels and clean energy technologies such as the capture and storage of carbon dioxide from traditional fossil fuels. These will provide customers with clean, secure energy - and they will shape the evolution of the global energy industry in the coming decades.
In Biofuels, our business in conventional products such as bio-ethanol is already substantial, accounting for about 10% of the world market. However, as well as providing today's biofuels, we're also developing tomorrow's. We are investing $500 million over 10 years in the Energy Biosciences Institute to explore options for advanced biofuels and other applications of biotechnology to energy.
Disclaimer If you are selected for the position, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement drug test (and alcohol screening if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process.
BP is an equal opportunity employer.