R&D Microbiology Intern

Job description

About

Neoplants is a biotech start-up founded by Lionel (Ex Google) and Patrick (PhD Genetic Editing, ENS), working on the first generation of bio-engineered plants to fight air pollution. We're starting with indoor air pollution, which is up to 5 times higher than outdoors, and is caused by a specific type of pollutant called VOCs. We create plants capable of effectively remediate these compounds in your home (up to 30 times more effective than traditional plants). Our longer-term ambition is to leverage our technologies for other large-scale applications, such as CO2 capture and storage. We are backed by top tier Silicon Valley and European investors and we are currently based in Paris, France.

Job Description

Who we are

Neoplants is a biotech start-up, using cutting-edge synthetic biology techniques to develop the next generation of plants for the benefit of humans and our planet. We have set up a brand-new lab located in Saint-Ouen, where our R&D team is turning incredible visions into real-world products.

Working with us means interacting with our scientists in biochemistry, molecular biology, plant transgenesis, genome editing and microbiome enhancement. You will get to exercise your creative thinking, team spirit and leadership capabilities by experiencing work in an ultra fast-moving environment. You will also help bring new ideas and a fresh perspective to our projects.

If you are as excited as we are about using state of the art technologies, exploring uncharted scientific territories, pushing the boundaries of what is conceivable, if you want to transform the way people think about genetics and work on inspiring deep-tech products that have a real positive impact on the environment and people’s lives, you’re in the right place.

Description:

The Microbiology team is interested in biomolecules, able to radically change the scent of our power drops. The student will be involved in working on pathways known to produce fragrant molecules and to optimize their activity in order to achieve a radical change in the bacteria scent.

In order to achieve this goal, you will perform:

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Literature review to identify the most promising pathways in silico

· 
Plasmid construction of those pathways using modular cloning technology

· 
Implementation of best candidates in the bacteria 

· 
Develop analytical methods to detect the metabolic products of the selected pathways

This internship will allow you to conduct a project using molecular biology, microbiology and analytical chemistry. You will also get the chance to discover the working environment of an R&D lab in a dynamic and vibrant startup.

Project Title: Design bacteria with new fragrances

Project Leader: Maeva Le Goff / Alex Mercier

Preferred profile: 

We are looking for passionate, and talented students to help us lay the foundations of what will become the next range of biotechnology products that people interact with everyday. If you are a highly motivated and organized student with a solid background in biology, microbiology or analytical chemistry, don't hesitate to contact us.

General Information: 

Project Title: Design bacteria with new fragrances

Project Codename: Putida N5 

Project Leader: Maeva Le Goff 

Benefits for Neoplants: Diversify our products by adding exclusive features.

Project Description:

Context:  

The Microbiology team is interested in biomolecules, able to radically change the scent of our power drops. The student will be involved in working on pathways known to produce fragrant molecules and to optimize their activity in order to achieve a radical change in the Pseudomonas putida odor.

In order to achieve this goal, you will perform:

· 
Literature review to identify the most promising pathways in Silico

· 
Plasmid construction of those pathways using modular cloning technology

· 
Implementation of best candidates in the bacteria

· 
Develop analytical methods to detect the metabolic products of the selected pathways

This internship will allow you to conduct a project using molecular biology, microbiology and analytical chemistry. You will also get the chance to discover the working environment of an R&D lab in a dynamic and vibrant startup.

Key Techniques:  

This internship will allow you to conduct a project using: 

· 
molecular biology, 

· 
microbiology, 

· 
analytical chemistry.  

You will also get the chance to discover the working environment of an R&D lab in a dynamic and vibrant startup.

Preferred Experience

We are looking for passionate, and talented students (BA or master degree) to help us lay the foundations of what will become the next range of biotechnology products that people interact with everyday.

Experience in microbiology is a must.

Professional English skills required.

Shared values:  Team spirit, Positive impact, Excellence, Humility

Why join us?

Contribute to global innovation by collaborating with world-class experts in their field, learn from the founders, and get regular updates on everything happening in the company through monthly company-wide meetings.

Join an innovative startup where you can make an impact and at any position in the company

Participate in recurring company events, such as our annual kick-off, offsite seminar, after-work, celebrations every month, team activities like escape games or go-karting

Come work in our brand new Neolab, 'The Seed': A unique 1,200m2 space on two floors featuring a state-of-the-art wetlab, full-scale performance testing rooms among other high-end equipment, as well as open offices and great team spaces!

Enjoy great benefits:

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Competitive compensation

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Transportation (Navigo card or bike pass): 100% reimbursed.

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Swile (lunch vouchers): 10 per day worked - 55% paid by the company

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Healthy snacks and fruit in the office

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Your own Mac Book pro

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Personalized little attentions

Other information about the role:

Office location: The Seed, 47 Rue du Docteur Léonce Basset, 93400 Saint-Ouen

Starting date: The sooner the better :)

Recruitment Process

Recruitment process

1 HR intro & culture fit interview (visio)

2 Role-Related Knowledge interview (on site or visio)

3 Meet the team & visit the Seed (on site)

Sounds like an opportunity for you?   Join Neoplants and help us cultivate a greener, healthier future for everyone.

We get a lot of applications so don’t shy away but surprise us ;)

Neoplants values diversity within its organization and in its relationships with its stakeholders. Thus, with equal skills, we study all applications without any discrimination.

Additional Information

·  Contract Type: Internship (Between 4 and 6 months)
·  Start Date: 03 February 2025
·  Location: Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine
·  Education Level: Youth Training
·  Experience: < 6 months