Title: Biologist
Location: North Chicago, IL
Pay: $30-35/hr
Contract: 12+ months
SUMMARY:
Seeking a highly motivated and experienced research scientist to join our Protein Sciences group at Company in the Chicago area. The candidate will be working in a highly dynamic group to provide protein purification support for a variety of small molecule drug discovery programs. The candidate should have protein purification and characterization experience and be proficient in chromatography.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform purification of recombinant proteins using chromatographic methods.
- Characterize protein with SDS-PAGE, western blot, and other biophysical methods.
- Continuously drive for improved process performance; Provides scientific insight to overcome issues (i.e., solubility, purity, heterogeneity, yield).
- Ensure that experiments are planned and coordinated cross- functionally, as well as executed effectively.
- Handle issues with a sense of urgency when required.
- Authoring associated technical reports and documents.
- Work independently with team spirit. Accountable for technical performance and results of the team.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS or MS in molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or other relevant biological sciences.
- Experience in protein expression and purification. Familiarity with the AKTA system is a plus.
- Prior experience in supporting protein X-ray crystallography, and biophysical characterizations of proteins is preferred, but not required.
- Good problem-solving and communication skills.
- The ability to build open and collaborative relationships in a multidisciplinary environment are essential.
- Good record keeping and able to efficiently manage several projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.