Position and Scope
Invizyne Technologies, located in Monrovia, CA, has developed a proprietary cell-free enzyme platform to produce bulk and specialty chemicals from renewable feedstocks. Invizyne has demonstrated that its platform technology can be used to convert low-cost inputs into commodity chemicals used as flavors and fragrances, bioplastic, fuels, and therapeutics at near 100% of theoretical yields. Invizyne is leading the charge to enable a paradigm shift in renewable chemical production. With substantial private funding, in addition to multi-million-dollar government grants supporting our research, Invizyne is poised to optimize and expand our platform into new markets and capabilities.

We are seeking a Scientist in the field of chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, bio-engineering or synthetic biology to join our dynamic team to expand our cell-free systems. Working closely with the Director of R&D, the Scientist will be responsible for leading a team developing a cell free system for the 1) the use of cofactors from a lysate and 2) for developing a cell free system for the production of carotenoids, particularly astaxanthin.    The Scientist will work in a collaborative, transparent environment with the R&D team to bring concepts from the design stage, to proof of concept, to application at a pilot scale. The ideal candidate will be an experienced chemistry, molecular biology, and/or chemical engineering who is familiar with natural products (in particular terpenes and carotenoids), is comfortable working with multi-enzyme systems, and has demonstrated project leadership ability. The position is located in Monrovia, CA.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • In conjunction with the Director of R&D, lead day to day research effort focused on producing carotenoids and other terpenes from a lysate based system at our lab space located in Monrovia, CA or other designated manufacturing facilities.

  • Independently design and troubleshoot experiments, characterize individual enzymes and multi – enzyme systems, design and optimize reaction conditions to accomplish stated goals and milestones (e.g. analytical chemistry, cloning/expression of enzymes, bioprospecting for new enzymes, etc.)

  • Play an active role in hiring and build a team to perform needed tasks.

  • Interface with manufacturing team, business management team, as well as government representatives. 

  • Contribute to and/or generate progress updates and reports.

Skills and Experience

  • BS with 5-7 yrs experience/MS with 3-5 yrs experience/PhD with 1-3 yrs experience in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemistry, or related fields required.

  • Demonstrated productivity and success.

  • Ability to effectively manage a project.

  • Broad knowledge of biochemistry, bioprospecting, metabolic engineering, directed evolution, and molecular biology techniques.

  • Experience with terpenes or related natural products considered a plus.

 

Personal Attributes

  • Entrepreneurial spirit and self-starter.

  • Is a team player and likes working with others.

  • Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, and as a presenter.

  • A proactive individual who is willing to make the extra effort to achieve great things and enjoys working in a stimulating, fast-paced environment.

  • Highest level of integrity, character and humility.

Interested candidates please email CV to Tyler Korman at tyler@invizyne.com. 

https://www.invizyne.com/employment

140 W. Chestnut Ave
Monrovia, CA 91016