Job Opportunities

Mendel's state-of-the-art gene discovery and plant growth facilities are situated in the San Francisco Bay area. We offer an exciting and challenging scientific environment plus an attractive package of salary, stock options, and benefits, including a 401(k) plan. EOE.

Current openings

• Plant Care Assistant

• Staff Accountant/Payroll

• Research Associates (multiple positions) - Molecular Biology and Molecular/Protein Interactions
• Research Scientist - Molecular Biology / Protein Biochemistry

• Chinese/English Bilingual Executive Assistant

• Keep watching for a future opening

• Patent Agent

Mendel Biotechnology, Inc., invites applications for entry level, Part/Full Time Plant Care Assistant positions. The successful applicant will participate in caring for and growing experimental plant materials. Duties include pot filling, watering, staking, bagging, harvesting, processing seeds and all preparatory and clean-up steps involved. Participation in Integrated Pest Management Program including monitoring pests, application of beneficial insects, and occasional pesticide application is required.

Applicants must be responsible, reliable, able to work independently and with a group, able to lift 50 to 70 lbs., and have a keen attention to details. Experience in Pest Management is desirable.

Applications, including the names, mailing addresses, and e-mail addresses of at least 2 references should be submitted to:

Mendel Biotechnology, Inc., invites applications for Research Associate positions in Molecular Biology and Molecular Interactions. The candidates will have previous experience with the application of a broad array of molecular biology (PCR, subcloning, bacterial and yeast transformation, etc.) and/or protein chemistry (gel electrophoresis, protein purification, blotting, etc.) techniques in a research laboratory. The positions will involve the use of laboratory automation in a high-throughput team environment, demanding comfort with both standard (Microsoft Office) and custom software applications. Applicants must have a Bachelors or Masters Degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years experience with a Bachelors, or 2 years with a Masters degree. Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the U.S.

To apply, please send a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for three references (including email addresses) to:

Description:

Responsible for providing a wide range of administrative support to the senior management team. Individual must be fluent bilingual in Mandarin Chinese and English, both verbal and written.

Job Duties:

• Office management, demonstrating expert knowledge and proficiency with general administrative functions (telephone, email etiquette, MS Office, Internet, calendar and email systems, databases).
• Manage and coordinate travel, including company visits and conferences for the CEO and three senior management team members.
• Independently coordinate, book, and organize internal and external meetings including company-wide events.
• Maintain electronic database of corporate documents for ease of access by company personnel in support of internal and external reporting and audit support.

Candidate requirements:

Five years or more of increasingly responsible administrative assistant experience. Salary commensurate with experience. BS or BA preferred, but not required.

To apply, please send a letter of interest, resume and contact information for three references (including email addresses) to:

The successful candidate must be a self-starter with demonstrated organizational skills, capable of operating within a fast-paced growth environment. The primary responsibility of this position is management of the payroll function. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Prepare and post semi-monthly ADP payroll and compile related payroll worksheet for posting to the general ledger.
2. Prepare monthly employee benefit worksheets for posting to the general ledger.
3. Prepare monthly employee listings.
4. Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
5. Prepare monthly and quarterly billing statements.
6. Compile payable vouchers to include authorized purchase requisitions, purchase orders, packing slips and vendor invoice.
7. Complete other assigned projects as directed by the Controller

Required Experience and Skills:

1. 3 - 5 years of related accounting experience.
2. Person must work in an organized manner with the ability to pay particular attention to detail coupled with strong analytical and communication skills.

To apply, please send a letter of interest, resume and contact information for three references (including email addresses) to:

Job summary:

This position will work with our intellectual property team to focus on preparation and prosecution of patent applications worldwide. This position will work with patent agents, attorneys, scientists and management to create and prosecute utility, PVPA and plant patent applications.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct prosecution of foreign patent applications in-house and with outside counsel. Collaborate with outside foreign counsel on ex-US patent filings.
• Draft PCT utility applications related to MBI gene discovery and technology programs.
• Draft Plant Variety Protection Act and plant patent applications, primarily in support of MBI biofuels program.
• Meet with and communicate regularly with senior legal and scientific staff for feedback and provide updates on new applications and prosecution status.
• Conduct regular docket maintenance reviews and recommend actions as necessary.

• Advanced degree in plant biology, molecular biology, biochemistry or a related discipline required.
• Minimum 2 years hands-on experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications required.
• Legal firm and/or biotechnology industry experience preferred.
• Must be admitted to practice before the USPTO.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Able to sit or stand for up to 3 hours.
• May provide work direction to less senior patent staff
• Travel requirements: <5%

To apply, please send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references (including email addresses) to:

Mendel Biotechnology, Inc., invites applications for Research Scientist II position in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry. The successful candidate will work in the advancement of product-driven basic research with a focus on protein characterization and biochemical analysis. We seek a highly motivated scientist who can work independently and contribute to analysis of gene function in a multidisciplinary research environment. The candidate will work at the lab bench to develop and implement state-of-the-art techniques to advance knowledge of protein mode of action related to product development. The candidate will have a Ph.D. with laboratory experience in protein biochemistry, or a Masters Degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics or equivalent with at least 3 years of protein based laboratory experience. Although not required, preference will be given to candidates with extensive experience in Plant Biology. The candidate is expected to have excellent communication skills in English, verbal and written, and have a high level working knowledge of Microsoft computer applications. Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the U.S. To apply, please send a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for three references (including email addresses) to: