Research Associate/Associate Scientist Molecular/Cellular Engineering at Codexis, Inc in Redwood City, CA

• Development and optimization of novel reagents for applications such as amplification (linear and exponential), ligation, and NGS library preparation workflows.
• Assisting in design and initiation of long-term stability studies to establish high risk reagents/workflow/storage issues.
• Assisting in development, validation, and implementation of new QC methods to assess reagents, consumables, and kits through a variety of analytical and functional tests.
• Independently troubleshooting and resolving reagent formulation, QC, and incoming material issues.
• Working with team members to design and conduct product development studies such as - guard banding studies, DOE studies, failure mode investigation.
• Being data driven - critically analyzing and deriving insights from experimental data using standard and custom bioinformatics tools and present results internally.
• Assisting in technology transfer phase of the product pipeline as new products move from R&D into Manufacturing in preparation for commercial launch.
• Assisting in study design for customers testing Codexis’ products; interpreting data and incorporating customer feedback into optimization and development experiments.
• Helping build internal process development infrastructure across product lines.
• Demonstrating exceptional time management skills and a ‘can do’ approach to challenges such as changing needs and/or tight timelines.
• Maintaining records/documentation, as well as writing reports and SOPs as needed
• Maintaining a safe and efficient workplace, following safe lab practices, participating in lab organization, housekeeping, and weekly maintenance activities

To be successful in this role, your background and experience should include:

• M.S. with 4+ years relevant industry experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, microbiology, or related fields. B.S. with 8+ years of experience will be considered.
• Sound understanding of molecular biology techniques including PCR, qRT-PCR, PAGE, flow cytometry, molecular cloning, nucleic acid isolation and manipulation, and NGS sample preparation technologies.
• The ability to apply your knowledge towards development of novel workflows.
• Previous work experience with successfully launched products is essential.
• High attention to detail and the ability to execute and analyze highly complex experiments
• Familiarity with moving products from concept phase through commercial launch (commercialization phase-gate process).
• Ability to develop knowledge base and improve skillsets to successfully support innovative projects
• Attention to detail with excellent organizational, experimental data recording, and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task and adapt with changing needs.
• Must be motivated and able to work under tight timelines