Scientist II to Director: Microbiome Discovery & Colonization

About the role

We are seeking a talented and motivated Scientist to join our Microbiome Discovery & Colonization Switch team. This role will play a key part in advancing our understanding of microbiome dynamics and developing innovative strategies to modulate microbial communities for therapeutic benefit.

Responsibilities

• Lead experimental design and execution to investigate microbiome colonization and switching mechanisms.
• Develop and optimize assays to profile microbial communities and functional outputs.
• Analyze complex microbiome datasets to identify key drivers of colonization and stability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate findings into therapeutic strategies.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at scientific conferences.
• Mentor junior scientists and contribute to the scientific direction of the team.

Requirements

• PhD in Microbiology, Microbial Ecology, Bioengineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of postdoctoral or industry experience in microbiome research.
• Strong background in microbial cultivation, metagenomics, and bioinformatics.
• Experience with animal models or in vivo microbiome studies is a plus.
• Proven track record of scientific publications and presentations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Skills

• Microbial cultivation and anaerobic microbiology techniques.
• Next-generation sequencing and microbiome bioinformatics (e.g., QIIME, DADA2, MetaPhlAn).
• Statistical analysis and data visualization (R, Python, or similar).
• Familiarity with synthetic biology and microbiome engineering tools.
• Project management and leadership experience.