Translational Research Scientist (MS/PhD preferred)

Department: BTI “SPIN” Technology Incubator

Location: Ithaca NY

Summary

BTI recently launched a new technology hub and created a Technology Incubator that will host new start-ups and scientists advancing applied technologies emerging from BTI labs.

This position is a unique opportunity to be involved in biotech research, help bring innovations to market and make an impact.

The biotechnology scientist will be responsible for conducting applied research for selected projects, establishing proof-of-concept and validation experiments, and expanding the value of promising technologies.

The field of work will include plant science and agriculture, biotechnologies as well as drug discovery. The scientist should be eager to learn new skills and be able to easily adapt to new concepts, new fields of study and projects; and to interact with industry and new start-ups.

Essential Job Functions

• Design and complete experiments; process and present data
• Collaborate with BTI scientists and collaborators (academic and private)
• Contribute to drafting of publications, patents, and grants

Education

PhD or MS with 3+ years research experience preferred

Experience and Knowledge

• Molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry
• Cell culture (any system)/sterile work a plus
• Plant biology a plus

Supervisory Responsibilities

Mentoring of student interns

Communication skills

Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills required. Ability to maintain accurate and thorough documentation. Ability to draft manuscripts, support grant writing and develop presentation materials. Ability to present information to groups internal and external to the Institute.

Travel

Occasional travel to off-site meetings or conferences

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Standard biological laboratory work and computer work. The work is conducted mainly in a laboratory setting with regular use of chemicals or equipment/materials requiring use of personnel protective equipment and routine precautions. Some work in greenhouses or in the field is possible.

To prevent the infection and spread of COVID-19, and as an integral part of its public health and safety measures, BTI requires that all successful applicants shall be required to show proof of full vaccination by an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine before beginning employment, unless an exemption from this policy has been granted as an accommodation or otherwise. Applicants believing they need an accommodation of this policy because of a disability, sincerely-held religious belief, or otherwise should inform Human Resources after an offer of employment is extended; please do not include any medical, genetic, or religious information on your application materials.