Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

Position Summary:

Leads product development projects and the evaluation of new technology for protein preparation.

Participates in the design and execution of research and development projects for protein sample prep including cell lysis, protein purification, protein clean-up, and protein analysis.Serves as Technical Leader on R&D project teams to develop reagents, assays, and kits that support complex biology including membrane protein research and structural studies.Collaborates with biologists and chemists to develop novel tools to purify recombinant and endogenous proteins from cells and tissue.Develops & maintains in-depth knowledge of protein purification tools and strategies, membrane protein solubilization techniques, and protein interactions.

Key Responsibilities: 

Designs and performs laboratory experiments independentlyLeads the technical aspects of product developmentGives effective scientific presentationsReads scientific literature and attends conferences to remain current in relevant fields and techniquesCollaborates with technical and commercial partnersWrites technical methods for production, testing and use of new productsAttends scientific conferences and presents work through posters and publicationsBegins to contribute ideas for new products and improvements to proceduresPresents proposals and project updates to the PCP Steering committeeOther duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

Experience in protein expression and purification, cell lysis and other sample preparation techniques. Knowledge and experience with isolating proteins from tissue and other complex samples is highly preferredSolves problems through the application and integration of analytical skills, creativity and judgmentWorks on problems of moderate scope; exercises judgment and identifies next stepsWorks and collaborates effectively in team settingsBuilds productive internal/external relationships; actively represents area in inter-departmental projectsPresents technical data and project summaries in project team and departmental settingsAdapts communication to accommodate audience diversityImpacts team efficiency through the quality, accuracy, and thoroughness of own work and commitment to project schedulesFollows recent developments in the protein biochemistry field and builds awareness of market trends and competitorsBegins to offer ideas for products and product improvementsBS degree and 2+years of experiences or MS degree 

This position has not been approved for Relocation Assistance.