Metabolic Engineering Director

About DMC

DMC is a biotechnology company with laboratories in Boulder, CO, and Morrisville, NC. Our Dynamic Metabolic Control™ technology platform delivers robust, predictably scalable biocatalysts, resulting in cost-competitive and sustainable processes for everyday chemicals. As a multi-product bio-based chemical company, we are committed to reducing the cost and environmental impact of biochemicals across diverse markets, including animal feed, human nutrition, pharmaceutical materials, and chemical intermediates. 

We are seeking a Director of Metabolic Engineering to lead research efforts focused on engineering microbial strains for the production of a wide variety of products. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in both Strain Engineering and Metabolic Engineering within microbial hosts, along with expertise in preparing and executing technical plans. Strong leadership skills and experience managing R&D teams and projects are essential. This position reports to the VP of Bioengineering. 

• Manage the 10-member Metabolic Engineering team. 
• Collaborate with the VP of Bioengineering and other leadership to design and implement processes for continuous improvement in product development. 
• Prepare, execute, and oversee technical plans. 
• Evaluate experimental designs for technical soundness and alignment with company objectives. 
• Provide coaching to team members on experimental design and data analysis. 
• Maintain the quality of processes and methods within the technology team, ensuring data quality, document management, and access. 
• Participate in project team meetings as a technical expert. 
• Work closely with the Project Management Office to ensure task completion and alignment with overall objectives. 
• Ensure that the scientific team remains focused on key deliverables, maintaining a clear vision and timeline for project milestones. 
• Participate in evaluating new product opportunities and assessing technical risks. 

• PhD in Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Metabolic Engineering, or a related scientific or engineering field, with at least 5 years of relevant leadership experience. 
• Relevant industrial experience is a must, with preference for Industrial Biotechnology. 
• Proven experience leading teams and projects involving engineered microbes, laboratory automation, and handling large datasets. 
• Strong quantitative, data-driven analysis skills, with an analytical mindset. 
• Experience in metabolic flux modeling and biochemistry enzymatic kinetics and inhibitions. 
• Experience drafting and revising technical plans, detailed methods, SOPs, and protocols.
• Experience managing direct and indirect reports. 
• Ability to work effectively in cross-disciplinary teams. 
• Must be a self-starter, motivated, scientifically curious, and collaborative. 
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends. 

Some benefits we are proud to offer:

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance at 90% coverage of premium for employee and 80% for dependent

Company Equity

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance and AD&D coverage

401K Matching

Paid Holidays

Flexible Time Off Policy

Wellness subsidy of $1,000 per year available after 6 months of employment

Many other voluntary benefits available through TriNet

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all, including people of color, people from working-class backgrounds, women, and members of the LGBTQ community. We welcome and encourage applications from people with these identities or members of other historically marginalized groups.

Research shows that women and people of color tend not to apply to jobs unless they believe they are 100% qualified and apply to fewer senior-level positions. With that in mind, we encourage you to apply if you're not sure whether you meet our qualifications. We'd love to have the opportunity to consider you.