Principal Investigator, Synthetic Biology

4 hours ago


Stockholm, Stockholm, Sweden IONLACE Full time
About Us

We are IONLACE, a trailblazing biotech company driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to transforming the future of healthcare. Our team is comprised of experienced professionals from leading biotechnology companies and institutions worldwide, united by a shared vision of harnessing the potential of machine learning and synthetic biology to create game-changing solutions.

Located at the esteemed Karolinska Institute campus in Stockholm, our state-of-the-art lab and office space provide an ideal environment for collaborative research and development. We operate with a startup mentality, fostering a culture of creativity, agility, and continuous improvement.

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished Principal Scientist to join our Assay Development team. As a key member, you will oversee the design, planning, and execution of experiments to develop and optimize novel assays, focusing on antibody-based and high-throughput approaches.

This role demands a self-motivated individual who excels in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where we consistently push the boundaries of what's possible in modern biotechnology. You will work closely with stakeholders across the organization to ensure successful project outcomes and align assay development goals with broader company objectives.

Responsibilities
  • Design, plan, and execute experiments to develop and optimize novel assays, focusing on antibody-based and high-throughput approaches.
  • Manage end-to-end molecular biology projects, including ideation, wet lab execution, data analysis, and scaling processes for product development.
  • Ensure seamless integration of assay development goals into broader company objectives.
  • Introduce and refine innovative methodologies, such as advanced immunoassay formats, NGS, and other emerging techniques in assay development.
  • Solve complex scientific and technical challenges by applying creative, first-principles thinking. Develop robust solutions to improve assay performance and scalability.
  • Stay at the forefront of research trends, ensuring that all work adheres to high scientific standards and industry best practices.
Qualifications
  • Prior experience in antibody-based proteomics, with a deep understanding of assay development.
  • Hands-on expertise in developing and optimizing antibody-based products, with additional experience in PCR/qPCR being a strong advantage.
  • Familiarity with high-throughput assay development, such as novel immunoassay formats, next-generation sequencing (NGS), or display technologies, is highly desirable.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively when troubleshooting.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively and collaborate seamlessly with both technical and scientific teams.
  • Demonstrated capacity to own projects and deliver results in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment.
What We Offer
  • Generous equity as part of your total compensation.
  • 30 days vacation and 13 days of public holidays.
  • Premium pension contribution.
  • Large modern lab and office on the beautiful Karolinska Institute campus.
Our Hiring Process

We review applications on an ongoing basis. If your application clears the initial review, you will be invited to a 15-minute phone interview, followed by three technical interviews: two 1-on-1 sessions and a team interview, which includes a 20-minute presentation on the most challenging technical problems you have solved.



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