Molecular & Computational Biology Junior Scientist

 (No experience required)
Published: 2 weeks ago
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Digi.Bio

Digi.Bio is reprogramming biology using digital microfluidics and AI

Job Location

Job Type

Full Time

Visa Sponsorship

Not Available

Relocation

Allowed

Hiring contact

Digi.bio Recruitment

The Role

Digi.Bio is a digital biology company working at the intersection of biology, computation, and engineering. We aim to deliver next generation technology platforms powered by lab-on-a-chip and artificial intelligence for faster automation of biologics development, enabling cheaper medicines to benefit all.

As Junior Scientist Molecular & Computational Biology, you will play a key role in supporting the development of pioneering applications in biologics for our lab-on-a-chip technology platform. Our ideal candidate has a keen interest in developing a broad expertise across protocol optimization, data analysis, and instrument prototyping, and the candidate should be able to demonstrate their abilities in these areas or the willingness to learn. As a member of our R&D team, you will have the opportunity to generate and work on interesting biological datasets using next-generation methods. You will also contribute to developing and optimizing novel and innovative workflows targeting the field of biologics.

Key responsibilities
Your main responsibilities include execution of experimental campaigns and data analysis, interfacing with different departments for the transfer of scientific data generated by your projects and enabling the translation of such data into actionables for the development of processes and prototypes.

  • Executing assay protocols (eg. cell, protein, or immunoassays) including experiment design, data collection, and troubleshooting on a Digi.Bio Device and on the bench
  • Performing data analysis using in-house analysis pipeline, and supporting the development and maintenance of quality standards for data analysis
  • Identifying areas of improvement, tracking, and troubleshooting bugs in the assay development process.
  • Identifying state-of-the-art solutions through literature research.
  • Maintenance of relevant documentation, including support in origination of new documentation to track new processes and protocols
  • Supporting laboratory management activities, including maintenance of certifications, inventory sourcing and acquisition.

Qualification
This position is open to MBO/HBO/BSc/MSc graduates with the following qualifications:

  • 0-2 years of relevant working experience
  • Background in molecular biology/ biotechnology/ chemistry/ pharmaceutical science/ biomedical engineering or similar
  • Demonstrable interest in working in a multidisciplinary environment, either through formal university courses, work experience, or personal learning initiatives.

Essential Requirements

  • Good attitude, open mind, and willingness to learn
  • Ability to perform ELISAs and similar assays
  • Competence in preparation of experiments from protocols
  • Competence in preparing solutions and performing calculations to prepare solutions
  • Theoretical knowledge of fluorescence microscopy
  • Experience with standard microbiological methods
  • Experience with sterile methods, eg working in a clean cabinet
  • Experience and precision in standard laboratory techniques
  • Training with molecular biology tools (proper use of centrifuges, thermocyclers, biosafety cabinets, etc)
  • Competence in data analysis using Excel

Additional Desirable Requirements

  • Interest in analytical instrumentation
  • Experience using R, Python or similar for data and statistical analysis
  • Experience with machine learning models
  • Mathematical skills
  • Cell culture (ideally mammalian cells)

You see yourself in the following traits:

  • Commitment to finishing tasks
  • Friendly and approachable, good teamwork skills
  • Supportive, able to recognize when help is needed
  • Eager to learn, curious attitude
  • Precise and organized working manner
  • Interested in both deep tech and biology
  • Open minded and flexible in changing environments
  • Comfortable in an international environment

We offer

  • The opportunity to work in an ambitious startup in an exciting field. Startups are known for their fast-paced, yet relaxed and light environment with a flat hierarchy. Find out what that’s like!
  • The possibility to do impactful work with industry-changing technology. Today, we are using our expertise to make valuable cancer treatments more accessible to more people.
  • Learn about many different things. Our product is based on multidisciplinary engineering principles. This means you will never get bored. Interested in chemistry, engineering, or software? There’s space for that too!

Find out more about Digi.Bio on our website https://digi.bio/.

If you are interested, please sign up via this form https://bit.ly/3JzCAeX and attach your CV and motivation letter. Only applications submitted through the form will be processed.

Research shows that while male candidates feel confident enough to apply when they meet about 60% of the requirements, female candidates only apply when they tick every box. So if this role has your name on it, but you’re not sure about the criteria, we still want to hear from you.

Please note that we do not sponsor visa applications. Therefore, the applicant must be currently based in the EU and does not require a visa sponsorship.

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