Biochemist

Location: Lake County / North Chicago, IL – ONSITE

Contract: 1 year with possible extension

Ideal candidate will probably either come from an academic lab where they purified proteins in a technician role or might come from a CMO where they did small scale protein purification to support process development.

Requirements:

• BS/BA in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Medical Technology or related field with 2-5 yrs biochemistry lab experience or Masters Degree.
• Experience in Protein Chromatography (SEC, Ion exchange, RPLC. Experience with a chromatography data system is a plus, but not required, we will train.
• Understanding of how to use analytical instruments including HPLC and electrophoresis for separations.
• Solid documentation skills, familiarity with electronic lab notebook a plus.
• Able to present findings to larger groups.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute assigned laboratory tasks utilizing standard procedures and technical understanding of various techniques to complete assigned tasks.
• Develop protocols for more complex tests or experiments performed with less defined assays and parameters.
• Apply basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and instrument related systems.
• Presents conclusions of defined experiments.
• Ensures safety requirements are met when performing tasks.
• Ensures timely compliant delivery of high quality precise data

NOTES FROM MANAGER:

What hours and days will this person be working? M-F 8-5

What are the top 5 skills/requirements this person is required have?

• Required Skill 1: Protein Chromatography
• Required Skill 2: Biochemical Assays
• Required Skill 3: HPLC
• Required Skill 4: Electrophoresis
• Required Skill 5: Strong communication skills

What years of experience, education, and/or certification is required? Bachelors in Biochemistry/Chemistry/Biology 2 yrs experience

What is a nice to have (but not required) regarding skills, requirements, experience, education, or certification? Experience in proteomics sample preparation, experience in HPLC/Electrophoresis Method Development

What is the environment that this person will be working in (i.e. group setting vs individual role)? Candidate will be working as part of a group

Is any testing required for this role? No

Does this position offer the ability to work remotely on a regular basis or is it an on-site role? If remote opportunity exists, what are the options (i.e. 1 day remote, 4 days on-site)? On-site role only

Other notable details about the environment from the hiring manager about this role? Role is in a fast paced research environment in support of multiple biologics programs

What positions/background experience do you feel are successful in this role? Experience in protein chromatography

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $37.00 per hour

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Protein Chromatography (SEC, Ion exchange, RPLC): 3 years (Preferred)
• Analytical Instruments (HPLC & electrophoresis): 3 years (Preferred)
• Biochemical Assays: 3 years (Preferred)
• HPLC: 3 years (Preferred)
• LIMS: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• North Chicago, IL 60064 (Required)

Work Location: In person