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 Scientist I in Protein Engineering to join our Applied Biology team. This role will be responsible for developing and implementing assays for data-driven protein design campaigns towards discovering and validating enhanced binding specificity. This role will be a key contributor to building high-throughput screening capabilities and developing assays for ion binding and bioconjugation. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Ph.D. in biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology, or related fields with 1-3+ years of research experience
- Strong hands-on laboratory skills, with a record of independently running and troubleshooting experiments
- Expertise in developing and optimizing high-throughput biochemical assays and library-scale workflows
- Experience in design and implementation of automated workflows
- Experience with assay miniaturization and plate-based formats (96/384-well)
- Experience characterizing protein–ligand binding affinity and kinetics, such as those used in antibody engineering
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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