Dept: GEM, DuPont N&H
Position: Assistant Scientist
Location: Shanghai, China
We are looking for an assistant scientist to perform experiments that encompass basic aspects of microbiology, molecular biology and genomics, with emphasis in the application of these disciplines towards lactic acid bacteria. The main responsibilities includes conducting technical work to investigate lactic acid bacteria biodiversity from Chinese fermented foods. Major research activities include bacteria isolation, cultivation, characterization, nucleic acid manipulation and analysis, PCR amplification, primer design, electrophoresis, DNA sequencing and sequence analysis with an understanding in bio-informatics.
The qualified candidate should meet the following requirements:
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• MS degree, or BS degree with at least two years of practical lab experience
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• Trained in microbiology, molecular biology, genomics or a related field
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• Experience in bacteria isolation, cultivation and characterization
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• Expertise in nucleic acid manipulation and analysis, PCR amplification, primer design, electrophoresis, DNA sequencing and sequence analysis with an understanding in bio-informatics
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• Knowledge of lactic acid bacteria physiology and genetics, and general food fermentation systems, with an emphasis towards fermented dairy and vegetables
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• Ability to perform multi-task projects to a successful result
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• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Chinese, for presentation of results and reporting
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• Team spirit and strong organizational skills are a must.
For more information about this position, you could contact Mr.Yuejian Mao with yuejian.mao@dupont.com.
Interested candidates please send your resume to Ms.Renee Zhang to renee.y.zhang@dupont.com. Application deadline is Feb 15th.
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