Job ad: Research Scientist Strain Development (temporary position)

Research Scientist Strain Development (temporary position)

We are looking for a scientist for our Strain Development Department, in the Discovery function of R&D at Chr. Hansen A/S in our headquarters in Hørsholm, Denmark. The position is a temporary max. 12 months position, replacing an employee going on maternity leave.

As a research scientist in the Strain Development department your main task will be to develop and apply state-of-the art molecular tools for genome editing of industrial lactic acid bacteria, particularly Streptococcus thermophilus strains.

Other tasks include:

• You will develop a genome editing toolbox for Industrial lactic acid bacteria, particularly Streptococcus thermophilus strains
• You will apply the genome editing toolbox and characterize engineered strains to increase understanding of phage-host interactions and to contribute to the elucidation of molecular mechanisms underlying other key phenotypes