Senior Research Associate

Kemin Industries

📍 Shanghai, China, China

Full-time other-general

Job Description

Overview


Kemin is seeking a highly motivated Senior Research Associate to join our Shanghai R&D team. This role focuses on molecular biology research and strain development to support innovation in enzyme and biotechnology platforms. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on expertise and a solid foundation in gene cloning and transformation.


Responsibilities


+ Design and execute molecular biology experiments including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, cloning, plasmid construction, sequencing analysis, and gene expression studies.

+ Perform microbial genetic engineering using techniques such as CRISPR/Cas systems, homologous recombination, and transformation.

+ Construct and characterize recombinant strains in bacterial and fungal hosts.

+ Design gene expression cassettes, promoters, selectable markers, and genome editing strategies.

+ Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure data integ...
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