CycloKinetics (CleanJoule)

Scientist - Quantitative Physiologist

Salt Lake City, Utah · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 40 days ago

Data AnalysisResearchMass SpectrometryCommunicationCollaborationFermentation

About the role

This person will be hands-on in the generation of extensive metabolic data sets from bioreactors while applying cutting-edge modeling approaches for data analysis.
Work with analytical chemistry team to measure metabolic products using HPLC, GC-MS, or other analytical approaches.
Model yeast fermentation kinetics, nutrient uptake, and growth rates using data from bioreactors.

Perform an "in depth" physiological characterization of target strains by using highly instrumented lab-scale bioreactors, including batch, fed-batch, and continuous modes.
Optimize feeding strategies based on metabolic demand, carbon flux, and oxygen transfer limitations.
Collaborate with metabolic engineering team to identify targets for strain development.
Design and implement experimental strategies.
Maintain accurate and complete laboratory records, including notebooks, test results, and data, in accordance with company guidelines on documentation, storage, and control.

Extensive hands-on experience with aerobic lab-scale bioreactors (fed-batch and/or continuous).
Strong understanding of yeast physiology and central carbon/respiratory metabolism.
Proficiency in data analysis and quantitative modeling.
Experience with metabolic flux analysis, flux balance analysis, or related approaches.
Familiarity with analytical techniques (e.g., HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS) for metabolite quantification/profiling.
Experience interpreting omics datasets (transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics) to understand cellular physiology.
Ability to interpret off-gas analysis (OUR, CER, RQ) and connect gas exchange data to metabolic and respiratory state.
Strong communication skills and ability to independently plan and execute research activities.
Frequent lifting and moving of items up to fifty (50) pounds, bending, reaching above shoulder level, climbing stairs, pulling, prolonged standing or sitting may be required.
Must have safe work habits and perform all duties in accordance with company safety policies.

About CycloKinetics
CycloKinetics is advancing the next generation of high-performance propellants for aerospace and defense.
Our highly innovative technology allows us to harness existing energy from biomass and convert it to superior performance fuels and propellants across aviation, aerospace, and defense applications.
We are a team of engineers, scientists, and operators driven by performance, innovation, and national security impact focused on building scalable, domestic energy solutions that power the future of propulsion.
CycloKinetics is based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Personal protective equipment is provided by the company, and its use is mandatory.
We are excited to work with talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds.

CycloKinetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population.
We're looking for detail-oriented team members who pride themselves on solving problems while bringing positive energy and strong communication skills to the table.
If this describes you, come join our team today and contribute to the success of our organization!
All employment decisions at CycloKinetics are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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