Research Scientist

BiomX

About the company:

BiomX, a young and dynamic microbiome biotech company, is looking for a highly motivated, independent, and creative out-of-the-box thinker, able to lead scientific projects including all aspects of experimental design and analysis. The team specializes and in developing phage cocktails and functional assays assisting the microbiome research. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic environment as a member of a multidisciplinary group

Job description:

Develop translation assays – from in vitro to clinic applications
Develop and implement novel technologies assisting BiomX research
Phage isolation, screening and characterization
Growing clinical bacteria in aerobic and anaerobic conditions
Planning and executing functional validation with cell-based assays
Data recording, including protocols and reports writing, SOPs, and reviewing current literature

Required qualifications:

– PhD in biology – must
– Experience in microbiology –advantage
– Cell Culture: experience working with cell lines and primary cells (growth, isolation, purification and labeling of different tissue cells)-advantage
– Working with animal derived tissues -advantage
– Fluent English
– Working under pressure
– Able to precisely execute multi-step protocols and adjust them
– Fast learner and independent thinker, able to perform at the highest standards both individually and as part of a team
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job location

22 Einstein St., Ness Ziona