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Postdoctoral Fellow

Novozymes, Inc.

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Location: Davis, CA Posted Date: 5/1/2013 Position Type: Full time Job Code: NZCA3497 Required Education: Doctorate/PhD Areas of Expertise Desired: Biochemistry
Microbiology

Description

Science is the root of everything we do
1/5 of our employees work in R&D. Amongst these are some of the best scientists in their fields. When joining Novozymes you will get the chance to deepen your expertise every day. We value R&D and we will value you too.

Postdoctoral Fellow
Novozymes is seeking an accomplished and highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join the biomass enzyme discovery and development team.  The fellow will perform experiments to identify effective enzymes for industrial application in biorefineries.  The postdoctoral fellow will contribute to innovations in screening technology, discovery and cloning of novel genes, working within a multidisciplinary team.  Designing and constructing expression systems will be the primary responsibility.  This is a two year position.

Qualifications
The candidate should have a PhD in a molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, or related field and a solid publication record.  Knowledge of molecular biology or biochemistry techniques is required, and preferably experience in prokaryotic recombinant expression.  The candidate should have excellent knowledge of state of the art microbial gene expression technology.  Previous work in the area of industrial biorefining system is preferred. The preferred candidate would have considerable experience in bioinformatics.

In addition to high technical skills in molecular biology or biochemistry, this position requires exceptional data reporting, multitasking skills, and the ability to function effectively within a dynamic team. We seek applicants who enjoy working in a team environment, and able to work under deadlines.  Strong verbal and written skills and the ability to work as an effective team player are essential.  

Challenges
In this position, the ability to innovate toward finding effective solutions to screening bottlenecks is at a premium.

Rethink tomorrow
Novozymes is the world leader in bioinnovation. Together with customers across a broad array of industries we create tomorrow’s industrial biosolutions, improving our customers' business, and the use of our planet's resources. With over 700 products used in 130 countries, Novozymes’ bioinnovations improve industrial performance and safeguard the world’s resources by offering superior and sustainable solutions for tomorrow’s ever-changing marketplace.

Contact
Contact information www.novozymes.com/careers
Application deadline: 5/31/2013

Novozymes, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or
national origin.

Requirements

Qualifications
The candidate should have a PhD in a molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, or related field and a solid publication record.  Knowledge of molecular biology or biochemistry techniques is required, and preferably experience in prokaryotic recombinant expression.  The candidate should have excellent knowledge of state of the art microbial gene expression technology.  Previous work in the area of industrial biorefining system is preferred. The preferred candidate would have considerable experience in bioinformatics.

In addition to high technical skills in molecular biology or biochemistry, this position requires exceptional data reporting, multitasking skills, and the ability to function effectively within a dynamic team. We seek applicants who enjoy working in a team environment, and able to work under deadlines.  Strong verbal and written skills and the ability to work as an effective team player are essential.  
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