Full-Time

Scientist – Early Stage R&D

High Throughput Screening

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Helaina

Helaina

51-200 employees

Produces bioactive dietary supplements from proteins

Food & Agriculture
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$90k - $115kAnnually

Mid, Senior

New York, NY, USA

Category
Bioinformatics
Genomics
Biology Lab & Research
Biology & Biotech
Required Skills
Python
R
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • You have a background in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology or related fields.
  • You have a PhD, MSc with 2-5 years, or BSc with 5-7 years of bench experience performing protein analytics, immunoassay development, high-throughput screening, flow cytometry, and/or small-scale fermentation.
  • You have experience in independently proposing, designing and running projects, mapping out the necessary experimentation and timelines, and providing updates to key stakeholders.
  • You are extremely proficient in statistical data analysis, mining historical data, and presenting results in a concise, clear manner.
  • You have experience in Design of Experiments (DoE) and multivariate analysis.
  • You are able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment to deliver high-quality, consistent data in a timely manner.
  • You have excellent oral and written communication skills with high attention to detail.
  • You bring an enthusiastic and curious attitude to work every day.
  • You are energetic, creative, and personally motivated by the future of food and/or biological products.
  • Experience operating liquid handlers, preferably manufactured by Hamilton.
  • Quality control and control charting experience.
  • Experience working with JMP, Python, R, and/or Benchling.
  • Startup experience.
Responsibilities
  • Operate Helaina’s state-of-the-art high throughput screening platform, including growing strains in deep-well plates, running various plate-based immunoassays, and analyzing large datasets.
  • Lead assay method development of bioanalytical methods to better characterize our protein of interest, byproducts, and cells’ physiology.
  • Develop and implement immunological, spectrophotometry, and flow cytometry assays for strain characterization.
  • Deploy and maintain quality control systems to ensure processes are in-spec.
  • Troubleshoot process deviations through thorough root cause analysis and experimental design.
  • Operate liquid handlers and other automation devices to propel screening throughput, reproducibility, and traceability.
  • Organize and maintain lab operations, inventory, and equipment, working with external vendors and technical representatives as necessary.
  • Keep careful records of experiments and communicate results in a timely and effective manner. Process data from experiments to draw insightful conclusions.
  • Work with other members of the Early Stage R&D team on experiments, data analysis, and assay development.

Helaina focuses on advanced nutrition by replicating functional proteins found in the human body to create new nutrients. Its main product, Effera™, is a dietary supplement that mimics Human Lactoferrin, a protein essential for gut health, iron utilization, and immune support. This product allows consumers to access a protein that is naturally present in their bodies, setting Helaina apart from competitors who may not offer such specific bioactive proteins. The company aims to enhance vitality and overall health for health-conscious consumers by providing science-backed nutritional supplements that improve health status.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$67.7M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

35%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Helaina raised $45 million in Series B funding, boosting commercialization efforts.
  • Precision fermentation market growth supports Helaina's innovative technology and product expansion.
  • Rising demand for personalized nutrition aligns with Helaina's functional food offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Consumer skepticism towards lab-grown products may hinder Helaina's market acceptance.
  • Intensifying competition from companies like Biomilq could impact Helaina's market share.
  • Regulatory hurdles may delay Helaina's product approvals and market entry.

What makes Helaina unique

  • Helaina uses precision fermentation to replicate human milk proteins, offering unique nutritional benefits.
  • Effera™ is a pioneering product, providing animal-free lactoferrin for gut and immune health.
  • Helaina's technology platform creates bioactive proteins, setting new standards in advanced nutrition.

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