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Innova Solutions is immediately hiring Scientist 1.
Position type: Fulltime - Contract
Duration: 12 Months
Location: South San Francisco, CA
As a Scientist 1, you will:
Job Description:
The departments of BioMolecular Research and Structural Biology, within the Protein Sciences organization at Client are looking for a versatile, dynamic, self-motivated individual to join us as a Scientist 1. The selected individual will contribute towards recombinant protein expression and purification efforts to support drug discovery activities. This role will facilitate expression analysis of novel protein encoding constructs, by building, developing and utilizing automated high throughput processes for expression, purification and characterization for research and portfolio projects. The qualified candidate must be technically strong, self-driven, passionate about science, results and detail oriented. In this collaborative role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with other scientists and group leaders within and outside our department to fulfill protein production needs. This is an on-site role based in South San Francisco, CA.
Job Responsibilities
? Protein purification using a variety of chromatographic techniques (affinity, size exclusion, ion exchange) for structural and biochemical studies
? Screening and optimizing expression and purification of challenging membrane proteins using detergent lysis
? Using various expression platforms such as E.coli, insect cells (BEVS), and mammalian expression platforms for small and medium scale protein production
? Performing SDS-PAGE, western blot, protein characterization assays by different biophysical and biochemical methods
? Operating and maintaining High performance liquid chromatography systems (HPLC) for protein purification and analysis
? Performing gel analysis, capturing and interpreting data, uploading results to LIMS databases and sharing with stakeholders
? Communicating with and presenting to collaborators and stakeholders across the Protein Sciences organization Required qualifications
? Applicants with a Master's degree in the Biological Sciences should have at least 3-4 years of scientific experience and applicants with a PhD degree (Biochemistry, Biophysics, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology) should have at least 1-2 years of relevant
experience
? Strong protein purification expertise in affinity and size exclusion chromatography
? Strong aseptic cell culture techniques for handling routinely insect and mammalian cells
? Ability to think critically, analyze results, plan experiments and carry out troubleshooting as needed
? Strong desire to learn new techniques, advance technologies related to protein optimization and interest in implementing new expression systems.
? Demonstrated ability to work independently in a team-oriented setting
? Expertise with automation and high-throughput process development will be a plus
? Excellent verbal and written communication skills
? Excellent organizational skills
Thank you!
Pradip Joshi
Senior Associate, Recruitment
Phone: 213-401-2633
PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $45-$50/Hour.
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS:Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.
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