Research Scientist

Title: Research Scientist

Location: Redwood City, CA

Start date: ASAP

Responsibilities:

• Purify proteins using column chromatography (affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion, etc.) using AKTA systems from the cell cultures (293/CHO).
• Characterize and analyze proteins using standard protein characterization methods (SDS-PAGE/CE-SDS, AnSEC, endotoxin, LC/MS, etc).
• Compound management of purified protein samples (aliquot, labeling, and deposit).
• Perform experiments with strong attention to detail and documentation.
• Excellent written and oral skills are necessary.
• Accomplish goals under project team timelines.

Requirements:

• BS Degree with 4+ years of industry experience or MS degree with 1+ years of industry experience. The degree should be in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Molecular and Cell Biology, or a similar field.
• Independent ability and experience in the generation and characterization of high-quality proteins for immunizations, crystallography, or equivalent purposes are required.
• Strong expertise in antibody purification and characterization for in vitro or in vivo uses is also required.
• Experience and knowledge of molecular biology and expression are preferred.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary biologics discovery team.