Scientist, Protein Biophysical Analysis

Job Description

Our large pharmaceutical client in Spring House, PA is seeking a Scientist for Protein Biophysical Analysis to join their growing Binding Group within Biologics Discovery. This group focuses on the development and application of preclinical assays in support of the discovery of therapeutic candidates. The scientist has responsibility for the application of technologies for biophysical and biochemical characterization and is responsible for implementing methods for affinity analysis.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Kinetics, affinity and epitope binning analysis of antigens and antibodies using SPR, Carterra and KinExA.
• Data analysis, Documentation, and reporting – ELNs, LIMS etc.,
• Lab instrument maintenance – weekly and monthly maintenance, prepping buffer solutions and reagents.
• Binding Lab specific supply maintenance – inventory and ordering.
• Instrument and lab maintenance .

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Perform RT-IC analyses to assess the binding affinity of antibodies towards cells.
• Support assay development and bioanalysis efforts, as needed.
• Assist in drafting and executing peer reviewed posters, manuscripts, tech reports and patent filings.
• Attend in-house seminars to support team goals as needed.
• Present own work to members of department or external consultants as needed.

Required Skills & Experience

• PhD/MS/BS with 1-5 years of experience in biochemistry, biophysics, immunology, molecular biology, analytical chemistry, or a related field (years of experience required depends on level of education).
• 2 years of lab-based industry experience in Biophysical Binding analysis methods (e.g., Biacore, carterra, other SPR methods (e.g Proteon), BLI (Octet), KinExA, Fluorescence anisotropy, RIA, or Flow cytometry affinity focused on affinity determination.
• Solid understanding of protein biochemistry, binding affinity, thermodynamics, and antibody structure.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Pharmaceutical experience with mass spectrometry characterization of antibodies.
• Experience analyzing biologics with chromatography methods (ex. HIC, SEC), including experience with common chromatography analysis platforms like Waters or Empower.
• Experience with lab automation and automated liquid handlers.
• Experience performing RT-IC analyses to assess the binding affinity of antibodies towards cells.

Compensation

$70,000 to $82,500 annually. Paid on hourly basis; guaranteed 40 hours per week. Intended to be a multi-year W2 contract; opportunity for permanent conversion and/or extensions year over year. Exact compensation will vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits. W2 ONLY. No C2C, subcontracting or employment/visa sponsorship now or at any time in the future.