Job Description

Biotechnology company is hiring a Scientist II to join the Protein Sciences department. You will be responsible for the design and generation of new therapeutic modalities that combine the engineering and analytical principles of multiple scientific disciplines. You will help advance bioconjugation techniques with precise analytical characterization. This position offers hands-on experience in drug development, including protein bioconjugation.

This is a 12-month contract position.

Responsibilities

• Bioconjugation of proteins utilizing chemical and enzymatic conjugation methods, including reaction design and optimization.
• Development, optimization, and implementation of purification protocols of bioconjugates using common protein purification techniques.
• Analytical characterization of reaction mixtures and purified conjugates employing chromatographic techniques (e.g. SEC, HIC, IEX), SDS-PAGE, colorimetric assays, as well as 1D and 2D mass spectrometry.
• Data reporting, interpretation of results, and data presentation to internal teams.
• Sample management of completed conjugates and related starting materials using internal inventory systems.
• Integration and implementation of high-throughout instrumentation methodologies and workflows.
• Collaboration with scientists from multiple functional and therapeutic areas to advance molecules through the drug discovery pipeline.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, biochemistry, chemical biology, biophysics, biology, biomedical engineering, or related fields.
• Basic understanding of protein analytical techniques.
• Previous experience with FPLC, HPLC or LCMS.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Previous hands-on experience with protein bioconjugation.

Salary

• $90,953-$98,072

Why Choose R&D Partners?

As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
• Dental & Vision insurance
• 401k plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term disability
• Weekly payroll
• Expense reimbursement
• Online timecard approval

R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.

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