Research Associate, Protein Engineering

Alpine Bio is a plant genetics company focused on redefining protein production from the soil up. We believe that replacing resource-intensive production methods with highly efficient and regenerative systems can facilitate rapid, planet-scale change. 

Our proprietary biomanufacturing platform makes this possible. Since 2016, we’ve been transforming soybeans into the world’s most efficient protein factories, harnessing their natural ability to create functional proteins at scale and unprecedented efficiency.

Our first ingredient, casein, an unstructured dairy protein that gives cheese its stretch, melt, and much of its nutrition, has been developed. We've designed the seeds, grown the plants, purified the protein, and we’re rapidly moving towards commercialization. 

About the Role: 

You will play an essential role on the Protein Engineering team by working closely with the  research assistants and scientists and by supporting the activities of the molecular biology team.

Responsibilities:

• Design and build plasmids using different cloning techniques
• Perform plasmid DNA purification, DNA gel electrophoresis, PCR assays, Agrobacterium transformation and other related activities
• Sequence plasmids or Agrobacterium strains and analyze results
• Maintain inventory of molecular biology supplies including kits, liquid medias, agar plates, stock solutions, and antibiotic stocks
• Perform repetitive molecular biology tasks with limited supervision
• Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records of lab work
• Perform basic data entry 
• Generate comprehensive presentations or reports when relevant

Required Skills and Experience:

• B.S. or 4  years of work experience in a laboratory setting.
• Relevant experience working in a research lab setting
• Fundamental and applied knowledge of molecular biology techniques
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Resourceful, eager to learn, and team-oriented, with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a timely manner
• Prior experience working with multiple cloning techniques (Gibson, In-Fusion, traditional, et cetera), Sanger sequencing, qPCR and/or ddPCR is a plus

Closing: 

The pay range is currently between $70,000 to $90,000 in annual gross compensation. Within the range, individual pay is determined by many factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Nobell Foods offers competitive compensation, generous healthcare, dental and vision plans, 401(k) and commuter benefits