Research Associate: Assay Development San Mateo, CA

At Windfall Bio, we are pioneers in biotech innovation, tackling some of the world’s most critical environmental challenges.

Our breakthrough solutions focus on capturing and transforming climate-harming methane emissions into beneficial products.

Utilizing cutting-edge technology and methane-eating microbes, we convert methane from various sources into valuable outputs, such as organic fertilizers.

This nature-based approach provides a sustainable method for industries like agriculture, oil and gas, and waste management to significantly reduce their carbon footprint and environmental impact.

Join us in our mission to create a cleaner, greener future.

Job Description :

As a member of the Assay Development team, you will support the development of methods to quantitatively characterize methanotrophic consortia to make data-driven decisions for downstream applications.

This a great opportunity to apply and learn a variety of microbiology and molecular biology techniques, as well as data analysis and presentation skills.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design / execute experimental plans with supervisor. Some examples of what these plans could involve are :
• Assess bacterial growth in different conditions (colony counting, OD, biofilm quantification)
• Analyze methane consumption for consortia (GC-FID analysis, blue vary, etc.)
• Quantification of Nitrogen fixation (15N stable isotope, acetylene reduction assay)
• Support other teams to quantify their biological processes (fermentation, product)
• Data analysis and reporting (JMP)
• Presentation in team meetings

Qualifications :

• BS / MS in Microbiology , Biochemistry, Bioengineering or other related scientific discipline (3+ years of exp preferred)
• Knowledge of basic microbiology techniques, including aseptic handling, autoclaving, media preparation, plating, etc.
• Strong experience with bacterial cell growth and optimization
• Familiarity with molecular biology techniques (primer design, PCR, nucleic acid quantification).
• Prior experience with data analysis (JMP, R, etc) highly desirable
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Safety mindset

Why to work at Windfall Bio :

• Direct Impact : Contribute to innovative technologies that fight climate change
• Dynamic Environment : Work in a vibrant start-up environment in the Bay Area.
• Growth Opportunities : Join an early-phase company with significant potential for personal and professional growth.

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