Staff Scientist

Description:

New England Biolabs (NEB) is seeking a motivated and creative scientist to lead an independent, fully funded research group. The group will propose and execute pioneering, discovery-based investigations into nucleic acid enzymes. The group will work collaboratively with the Applied Molecular Biology Division and NEB departments to identify and study novel enzymes that enable groundbreaking methods and tools for advances in the life sciences.

Primary responsibilities:
 

• Develop a research program for an independent, dynamic research group
• Efficiently identify and lead research projects into exciting novel nucleic acid enzymes
• Utilize a broad collection of state-of-the-art platforms and methods to inform and fully realize project potential
• Share breakthroughs and results through publications, conference presentations, collaborations, and supporting NEB product and method development
  
   

Required Qualifications and Experience:
 

• Ph.D. in a molecular biology related field
• Diverse scientific background, with success in multiple projects and areas
• Proven ability to innovate as demonstrated through publication record
• Strong communication skills