Research Associate, Upstream Process Discovery

Job Summary

MycoWorks is seeking a Research Associate to join the Innovation Center. This individual will be responsible for organizing, executing, and supporting mycology-based experiments under the guidance of senior scientists. The ideal candidate will possess strong microbiology laboratory experience with demonstrated proficiency in aseptic techniques. The role requires the ability to analyze, interpret, and effectively communicate experimental data. Experience in fungal fermentation or a related field is highly preferred. The successful candidate will also demonstrate the ability to synthesize experimental outcomes into actionable next steps and will collaborate closely with team members across a range of scientific disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Execute carefully controlled experiments to assess macroscopic and microscopic fungal physiology, phenotypes, fungal biomass, and mycelial growth kinetics, in small-scale and large-scale platforms to evaluate fungal growth and physiology
• Carry out biorepository maintenance tasks in petri plates and shake flasks with meticulous record-keeping for traceability
• Collaborate with team members to organize and execute experiments
• Author and maintain meticulous records of experimental protocols and methods
• Track, organize and analyze experimental data
• Share results and knowledge with research team through scientific presentations
• Help establish and maintain research laboratory
• Assist in transferring technology from lab to production scale
• Maintain safe practices and working environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biology or related field, or comparable combination of experience and training
• Minimum 1 year experience working in a biological laboratory in an industry setting. Experience with fungal systems is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques; experience working in a laminar flow hood and/or Biosafety Cabinet preferred
• Ability to follow work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures precisely
• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities
• Ability to perform complex procedures reproducibly
• Ability to work independently after training in research procedures
• Ability to organize and perform parallel experiments and manage priorities
• Ability to analyze experiments and think critically about results
• Ability to work collaboratively on a research team
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Programming language (Python/SQL/others) skills are a plus

MycoWorks offers world class benefits and compensation programs to support the health, well-being and financial empowerment of our employees. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Vision and Dental plans at no cost to employees
• Equity
• Optional insurance coverage for partners and dependents
• FSA Accounts
• Free Personal Health Advocate
• Generous PTO policy
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays beyond the traditional
• 401(k) program

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Our job titles may span more than one career level. The targeted base pay for this role is $35-$39/Hourly . The actual pay is dependent on other factors such as training, skills, work experience and business needs. The target pay range is subject to change and may be modified. This role is also eligible for benefits and equity.