Manus works across industries and value chains to accelerate the transition to BioAlternatives – better performing and more sustainable versions of complex molecules traditionally sourced from plants, animals, or fossil fuels. Our platform is proven to work across scales, bridging the Valley of Death between lab and manufacturing more efficiently and more reliably to deliver the benefits of synthetic biology today.

We are seeking a Downstream Process Scientist to develop chemical processes for natural products from fermentation-based processes. This hands-on position requires a desire and ability to work as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team, as well as the demonstration of a high degree of flexibility, creativity, and initiative. This person will be expected to play an integral part of Manus’s process development team located in Augusta, GA.

Why work at Manus Bio:

• Opportunity – For motivated, results-oriented team members, our growth creates opportunities for personal and professional advancement.
• Accountability – You are given the resources you need to succeed and the freedom to make it happen; in return, we hold each other accountable for our high expectations.
• Passion – We love what we do and enjoy working with others who feel the same way. We embrace the challenge and hard work that comes with working on the cutting edge.

Responsibilities:

• Design experiments to develop new chemical processes and improve performance of existing ones.
• Execute bench-scale studies to support process development, manufacturing, and new product sample generation.
• Analyze, record and communicate data in various formats, including laboratory notebooks, presentations, process diagrams and reports
• Stay abreast of literature and emerging technologies and for their potential application to Manus processes.
• Engage in cross-team collaborations and disseminate data across various functional teams.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines (2+ years or more of industrial experience). Outstanding candidates with a B.S. (7+ years or more experience, or M.S. (5+ years or more of experience) will also be considered.
• Experience with purification techniques such as filtration, extraction and crystallization
• Experience with spectroscopic methods such as NMR, Mass Spectrometry and I.R. and experience in chemical structure elucidation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including excellent presentation skills.
• Critical thinker with enthusiasm for deriving solutions to complex challenges.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with scaling chemical processes is a plus
• Experience in flow chemistry is a plus
• Experience with analytical instrumentation such as High Pressure Liquid Chromatography and Gas Chromatography is a plus
• Knowledge of or practice in the fields of biology and biotechnology is a plus

Preferred Working Style:

• Must be well organized and be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be a quick learner who is self-motivated and able to ask questions and seek clarity.
• Must be flexible with day-to-day duties and able to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Must be an excellent, collaborative team member with strong communication skills.
• Must hold him or herself to the highest professional, scientific and ethical standards