OVERVIEW

We are currently searching for a skilled professional to join a well-known client's team as a Research and Development Associate in Cambridge, MA. The Research and Development Associate role will be supporting small molecule structural biology and biophysics efforts within the department of Biotherapeutic and Medicinal Sciences. The successful candidate will be a part of a fast-paced and innovative environment actively pursuing unmet medical needs in the neuro science space. The primary focus of this role is to execute a variety of biophysical assays to help accelerate our drug discovery efforts from exploratory through lead identification and optimization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute surface plasmon resonance (SPR) analysis for small molecules binding to protein and/or protein interactions.
• Work both independently and as part of a team to ensure project team goals and deliverables are met.
• Communicate effectively and present results in cross-functional team meetings
• Trouble shoot and solve scientific problems with minimal supervision.
• Be highly organized and have an ability to support several projects at the time.
• Independently operate and maintain specialized SPR lab equipment.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience in an industrial or academic lab.
• Prior experience with biophysical assay methods (especially SPR, and others such as ITC, DSF and MST).
• Must be a great team player with strong communication skills.

EDUCATION

• B.S., M.S. or Ph. D. in Biophysics, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry or related discipline

JOB ID#509525