Alta Resource Technologies focuses on transforming mining technology through innovative methods in mineral separation and the sourcing of critical raw materials. Backed by DCVC (Data Collective).
About the role
Alta is seeking a motivated and skilled Scientist I/II in Strain Engineering to join our Applied Biology team. This role will be responsible for applying principles of genetic engineering, molecular biology, and metabolic models to improve expression of target proteins from a Bacillus host. This role will be a key contributor for both high-throughput screening and scale-up fermentation and will interface across teams for continuous and systematic improvement. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- PhD in Synthetic Biology, Metabolic Engineering, Molecular Biology, Microbiology or a related field with 1-3+ years additional field-specific experience
- Expertise in Bacillus biology and genetics
- Expertise in molecular biology and genome engineering including cloning, DNA parts such as promoters, RBSs, secretion tags, and integration
- Experience utilizing metabolic engineering and profiling to optimize microbial hosts
- Experience with automated workflow development
- Experience with bioinformatics tools and sample management software
More about this role
Alta Resource Technologies (Alta) is a next generation mining company that uses synthetic biology to separate critical minerals from conventional and unconventional resources, including e-waste. Founded in 2023, the company is expanding its team in Boulder, CO. The exponential growth of new tech industries, as well as the information technology sector, are driving historic growth in mineral demand and stressing existing supply streams. Meeting new demand, diversifying the supply chain, and producing minerals in a more sustainable manner requires the rapid development, deployment and scaling of new technologies. This mineral challenge represents a historic opportunity for technology development and value creation. Alta is proud to be at the vanguard of this mega trend.
Alta is reinventing how the world sources critical minerals — using protein-based chemistry to extract rare earth elements and other essential materials from challenging feedstocks with unmatched selectivity. By dramatically reducing the cost and environmental impact of mineral separation, Alta is making it possible to unlock new sources of supply for 21st-century technologies. As global demand accelerates, securing...
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