Job Title: Associate Scientist - Protein Purification (Temporary)
Location: Research Labs, South San Francisco, CA
Duration: 12 months (with possibility of extension)
Responsibilities:
- Assist the protein production group in routine activities related to purification and characterization of proteins.
- Prepare formulation and analytical buffers for scientists and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Support lab manager in work order submission and technician supervision.
- Perform sample vialing and labeling.
- Assist in sub-aliquoting purified proteins.
- Support protein expression group in basic cell culture activities.
- Perform daily priming for Caliper instrument.
- Document data in an electronic lab notebook.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or life sciences.
- Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in wet lab work.
- Experience in basic protein purification and characterization techniques.
- Proficiency in calculating protein concentrations and dilutions.
- Familiarity with single- and multi-channel manual pipettes.
- Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to follow written procedures and work independently.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
Key Skills:
- AKTA purification system
- Protein purification experience
- Protein A antibody purification preferred
- Protein characterization experience with HPLC
Note: This is a 100% lab-based onsite role
