We’re on a journey to Grow the Future of Materials. How? By unlocking the unique properties of mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms. Our patented technology, Fine Mycelium™, unleashes a new class of materials crafted from nature, engineered for performance, and built for a resilient future.We’re seeking passionate learners to join us in pioneering a materials revolution and creating an epic place to work. MycoWorks offers competitive equity and benefits programs to support the health, well-being, and financial empowerment of all our employees.We root our relationships with our partners and one another in our core values: Be Mycelial, Cultivate Quality, and Grow the Future, and we're committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive environment where all employees belong. Women, gender expansive individuals, people of color, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

MycoWorks is seeking a Research Associate responsible for organizing and executing mycology-based experiments under the direction of scientists. The ideal candidate will have microbiology laboratory experience and be skilled in applying aseptic technique. The ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate data as well as the ability to synthesize actions from results is highly desired. Experience in fungal fermentation or a related field is also desirable. The candidate will work with people with a variety of expertise within the team.

Responsibilities

• Execute carefully controlled experiments to assess macroscopic and microscopic fungal physiology, phenotypes, fungal biomass, and mycelial growth kinetics, in small-scale and large-scale platforms to evaluate fungal growth and physiology
• Collaborate with team members to organize and execute experiments
• Author and maintain meticulous records of experimental protocols and methods
• Track, organize and analyze experimental data
• Share results and knowledge with research team through scientific presentations
• Help establish and maintain research laboratory
• Assist in transferring technology from lab to production scale
• Maintain safe practices and working environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biology or related field, or comparable combination of experience and training
• Minimum 1 year experience working in a biological laboratory. Experience with fungal systems is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques; experience working in a laminar flow hood and/or Biosafety Cabinet preferred
• Ability to follow work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures precisely
• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities
• Ability to perform complex procedures reproducibly
• Ability to work independently after training in research procedures
• Ability to organize and perform parallel experiments and manage priorities
• Ability to analyze experiments and think critically about results
• Ability to work collaboratively on a research team.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

MycoWorks offers world class benefits and compensation programs to support the health, well-being and financial empowerment of our employees. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Vision and Dental plans at no cost to employees
• Equity
• Optional insurance coverage for partners and dependents
• FSA Accounts
• Free Personal Health Advocate
• Generous PTO policy
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays beyond the traditional
• 401(k) program

MycoWorks may contact you via text message regarding your application for this or similar opportunities. You can always text STOP to opt out.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The targeted base pay for this role is $125,000-$138,000 . The actual pay is dependent on other factors such as training, skills, work experience and business needs. The target pay range is subject to change and may be modified. This role is also eligible for benefits and equity.

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In our commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment, we recognize the importance of accommodating individual needs. If you require any specific accommodations during the application or interview process, please feel free to let us know. We are dedicated to facilitating a comfortable and accessible experience for all candidates, and will work with you to ensure your needs are met.