SifoTEK® filed an exclusive patent with 47 pages to protect its innovative inventions of producing alternative protein, including honey and milk. This is an important milestone for SifoTEK® to prove its invention and strengthen its position on the hot race of alternative protein technology.
SifoTEK® is approved by Helsedirektoratet for establishing a BiOLAB, GMM in Norway
Good news from SifoTEK®!
SifoTEK® is approved for establishing a BioLAB, GMM in Norway by Helsedirektoratet (The Norwegian Directorate of Health). With this approval, SifoTEK® shall become the first company in Norway works with GMM to develop and produce Animal-Free, Green nutritional proteins for Food Industry and valuable ingredients for Health Care.
Using precision bio-process, SifoTEK® Technology allows us reduce up to 96% greenhouse gas emission vs. conventional Food Tech.
Career – Cell and Molecular Biology Research Scientists
SifoTEK®, a company that strives for a positive impact on our environment, was founded by entrepreneurs and Ph.D. scientists. SifoTEK®is based in Stavanger, Norway.
SifoTEK® has a dedicated and experienced scientists Team who has many RD successful records including 60+ publications and several patents. We have more than 50-year experience in both biotechnology and Food industries.
Our mission is to develop, produce and supply globally with Animal-Free, GREEN (reduced-CO2-emission), Sustainable, and Healthier Protein Ingredients for the Food and Healthcare Industries.
Due to the current high RD activities, SifoTEK® is seeking two dedicated cell and molecular biology Research Scientists who will work as a full-time in Stavanger, Norway. You will have an opportunity to work in a fast pace working environment with experienced scientists and to play a key role in the microbial culture and engineering for protein production.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Master/Ph.D.’s degree in Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline with at least one year of relevant research experience in an academic or industrial setting
- Extensive hands-on experience with DNA cloning, PCR, RT-PCR, qPCR including designing primers and DNA sequencing analysis
- Expertise in Molecular Biology, Biochemical Assays, and Bioassay Development such as High-throughput fluorescence/chemiluminescence activity assays
- Previous experience with protein expression, purification, and quantification
- Knowledge and hands-on experience with stable cell lines construction, microbial cultures
- Knowledge and ability to perform Western Blots, Flow cytometry (FACS) assay, and cell sorting
- Competent in designing, prosecuting, and interpreting experimental studies.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in mycology, bacteriology, and laboratory-related techniques
- Flexibility, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects to meet timelines while maintaining attention to detail and high-performance standards.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the capability to present data to the team.
- Excellent record-keeping and organizational skills.
- Capability to develop and validate new assays.
- Understanding of small- and/or large-scale protein expression and purification
- Previous experience in the biotechnology and/or food industry.
- Interpersonal skills, effective for working with people with different styles and backgrounds when business focus with urgency.
- You must have the ability to work independently and in teams. You easily connect to people and have good communication and social skills.
The application should be sent to: career@sifotek.com ASAP (Please note: Apply for a position in Norway). We will be interviewing continuously.
We use background checks as part of our recruitment process.
New CTO
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Khanh Ng. (Ph.D.) has joined SifoTEK® Team holding the CTO position. He is an interdisciplinary scientist/R&D manager with high skills in multiple-project management, personnel management, complex problem-solving, student mentoring, and staff training.
He has led research and product development in both biotechnology and food industries. His research resulted in 30+ peer-reviewed publications and several patents granted and pending.
He is a phenomenal young scientist in the US and won a “Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Young Investigator Award” in 2013.
His experiences and expertise in R&D and Biotechnology are an invaluable asset to SifoTEK®.
Career – Cell and Molecular Biology Research Associate
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SifoTEK® IS SEEKING A DEDICATED CELL AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (in Durham, North Carolina, US)
SifoTEK®, a company that strives for a positive impact on our environment, has been recently founded by entrepreneurs and Ph.D. scientists. SifoTEK® is based in Stavanger, Norway with our Biotechnology Lab and experienced scientists Team in North Carolina, US.
Due to the current high RD activities, SifoTEK® is seeking a dedicated cell and molecular biology Research Associate who will work as a full-time contractor in Durham, North Carolina. The position will be transitioned to a full-time employee. You will have an opportunity to work in a fast-paced working environment with experienced scientists and to play a key role in the microbial culture and engineering for protein production.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
· Master/Ph.D.’s degree in Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline with at least one year of relevant research experience in an academic or industrial setting
· Extensive hands-on experience with DNA cloning, PCR, RT-PCR, qPCR including designing primers and DNA sequencing analysis
· Expertise in Molecular Biology, Biochemical Assays, and Bioassay Development such as High-throughput fluorescence/chemiluminescence activity assays
· Previous experience with protein expression, purification, and quantification
· Knowledge and hands-on experience with stable cell lines construction, microbial cultures
· Knowledge and ability to perform Western Blots, Flow cytometry (FACS) assay, and cell sorting
· Competent in designing, prosecuting, and interpreting experimental studies.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Experience in mycology, bacteriology, and laboratory-related techniques
· Flexibility, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects to meet timelines while maintaining attention to detail and high-performance standards.
· Strong verbal and written communication skills with the capability to present data to the team.
· Excellent record keeping and organizational skills.
· Capability to develop and validate new assays.
· Understanding of small- and/or large-scale protein expression and purification
· Previous experience in the biotechnology and/or food industry.
· Interpersonal skills, effective for working with people with different styles and backgrounds when business focus with urgency.
· You must have the ability to work independently and in teams. You easily connect to people and have good communication and social skills.
The application should be sent to: career@sifotek.com.
For information about the position, please contact our CTO, Khanh Ng. at Khanh.Ng@sifotek.com
New Adventure
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SifoTEK®, a company that strives for a positive impact on our environment, has been recently founded by entrepreneurs and Ph.D. scientists.
SifoTEK® is based in Stavanger, Norway with our Biotechnology Lab and experienced Ph.D. scientists in North Carolina, US. Our mission is to develop, produce and supply globally with Animal-Free, GREEN (reduced-CO2-emission), Sustainable, and Healthier Protein Ingredients for the Food and Healthcare Industries.