Primordial is a venture-backed deeptech start-up leveraging machine learning and the fusion of mathematics, engineering, plant science, and design, to confront the world's most challenging climatic problems.

Biologist to work as lead botanist (spec., microalgae). Role will work very closely with myself (CEO), and will be a founding team member. Traits<ul><li>PhD mandatory</li><li>Strong research background (either in academia or industry)</li><li>Highly dynamic</li><li>Strong evidence of problem solving</li><li>Willingness to learn and adapt</li><li>High emotional intelligence &amp; self awareness</li><li>High-tech and low-tech laboratory experience</li><li>Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary setting</li></ul>Technical CompetenciesEssential<ul><li>Plant science expertise</li><li>Knowledge of microalgae strains, inc. strengths and limitations</li><li>Knowledge of microalgae cultivation techniques</li><li>Plant strain optimisation</li><li>Sample collection and analysis</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Expertise in plant virology</li><li>Expertise in biophysics</li></ul>

Generalist engineer to execute on building an MVP photobioreactor (existing IP in place). Role will work very closely with myself (CEO), and will be a founding team member. Traits<ul><li>Dynamic</li><li>Eclectic background and multi-disciplinarian</li><li>Strong evidence of problem solving</li><li>Strong evidence of execution</li><li>Willingness to learn and adapt</li><li>High emotional intelligence &amp; self awareness</li><li>Strong mix of academic research and industrial experience</li><li>Minimum of postgraduate study&nbsp;</li><li>Practical experience</li><li>Experience of designing, building, or implementing something new</li></ul> Technical CompetenciesEssential<ul><li>Industrial engineering</li><li>Fluid dynamics</li><li>Manufacturing engineering</li><li>Design engineering</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Chemical/Process engineering</li><li>Ability to use computer aided engineering tools</li></ul>

Primordial Applied Science

Biologist (founding team)

Generalist Engineer (founding team)