Our Client is a contract research organization that provides a diversity of service offerings to the Biotech and Pharma industry including molecular and cellular biology, stable cell line development, process development and protein purification as well as customized immunology and pre-clinical in vivo services. We support a variety of clients with products at various stages of drug development from early discovery through clinical and commercial.
Our Client’s research reagent group is seeking a Senior Research Associate or Scientist with extensive experience in protein purification and characterization. The purification team is responsible for delivery high-quality R&D protein reagents for our clients. Demonstrated expertise in protein purification method development, column chromatography methods, such as affinity, SEC, IEX, and HIC, and viral inactivation/filtration, depth filtration, TFF and UFDF operation is required, ideally utilizing Akta FPLC systems. Other expertise will be considered, but the ability to develop and implement purification projects of technically complex natures based on client’s objectives is essential.
Responsibilities will include designing and executing lab experiments, coordinating experiments across functional groups, and accurately analyzing and documenting data. Effective internal and external communication and collaboration skills are essential for success in this position. The ideal candidate will maintain a high-level of awareness of recent developments and background in separation sciences and protein analytical techniques.
Required Education and Work Experience
• BS, MS or PhD in life sciences or chemical engineering with 5 + years (BS, MS) or 2+ years (PhD) of experience in bench- and pilot-scale protein purification including chromatography, depth and membrane filtration and ultrafiltration.
• Independently operate analytical equipment such as analytical HPLC, plate readers,
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects/tasks. Ability to supervise and manage the activities of other staff is a plus.
• Ability to rapidly make decisions based on data, knowledge and sound judgement