Protein Purification/Characterization research Associate

Title: Protein Purification/Characterization research Associate

Location: Foster City, CA

Duration: 6 Months on W2

Responsibilities:

• Perform protein purification, QC, and protein bank registration to support the preclinical development of biopharmaceutical programs across multiple therapeutic areas

• Prepare technical reports, quantitative analyses, and summaries for entry into Excel, PPT, and ELN formats

• Use good oral and written communication skills to relay scientific data

• Actively participate in group meetings, present the results of one’s work, interpret data, and draw conclusions regarding presented material

• Proactively seek out senior personnel to discuss potential solutions to challenges

• Maintain awareness of cutting-edge technical developments and scientific knowledge and apply these where possible to improve process efficiency

Education and Experience:

BA/BS in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or related field with 0 - 2 years of knowledge, or experience with below listed characteristics and techniques for the position.

Required skills:

• Strong background in protein sciences and protein biochemistry

• Experience in purifying monoclonal antibodies, next generation biologics (e.g., bispecific antibodies, immunocytokines), or other recombinant proteins

• Working knowledge of purification techniques including affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion, hydrophobic interaction chromatography using Akta Avant/Pure or BioRad NGC

• Experience in analytical protein characterization techniques such as SEC-HPLC or UHPLC, SDS-PAGE, Endosafe

• Ability to perform method development and write protocols

• Detailed record-keeping is a must

• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced team environment

• Must be team-oriented, professional, hard-working, and interested in learning new skills.