ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST / RESEARCH SCIENTIST - PROTEIN SCIENCES

Maxion Therapeutics Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Maxion Therapeutics Ltd is seeking an Associate Scientist / Research Scientist to join their Protein Sciences team in Pampisford, UK. The role emphasizes experience in membrane protein purification and characterization, with a commitment to quality and an agile working environment. The successful candidate will engage in cutting-edge biotechnology research alongside industry leaders, enjoying a competitive salary and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive benefits package

State-of-the-art Science Park amenities

Career progression opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in membrane protein purification.
• Familiarity with chromatography techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Express and purify membrane proteins using various systems.
• Invoke quality control on purified proteins.
• Support lab operations and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Scientific thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Troubleshooting

Education

BSc in Life Sciences

PhD in a relevant area

Tools

Chromatography techniques

Biochemical methods

Job description

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ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST / RESEARCH SCIENTIST - PROTEIN SCIENCES

Pampisford - Unity Campus.

About Maxion

Maxion Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing antibody-based drugs for previously untreatable ion channel- and G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR)-driven diseases, including autoimmune conditions, chronic pain, and cardiovascular disease.

The Company is developing a pipeline of potentially first- and best-in-class therapeutics using its proprietary KnotBody technology to generate potent, selective, and long-acting therapeutics by combining naturally occurring mini-proteins (‘knottins’) with antibodies using state-of-the-art phage and mammalian display technologies.

Maxion was founded in 2020 by highly respected biotech entrepreneurs and scientists Dr John McCafferty, CTO and Dr Aneesh Karatt-Vellatt, CSO. Dr McCafferty previously co-invented antibody phage display, which was the subject of the 2018 Nobel Prize in Chemistry awarded to his co-inventor Sir Gregory Winter. Maxion’s portfolio and growth is being advanced by a team of highly experienced leaders in the discovery and development of antibody-based drugs. The Company is based near Cambridge, UK and is backed by international blue-chip investors. For more information, please visit:

https://www.maxiontherapeutics.com/.

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated Protein Scientist or Associate Scientist depending on experience, to join our team. Reporting to the Associate Director of Protein Sciences, the successful candidate will have experience with production and validation of membrane proteins (Ion channels and GPCRs), helping the company achieve its challenging goals. Candidates should be comfortable with our agile, start-up culture and fast-paced, dynamic working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Express challenging membrane proteins (including GPCRs and ion channels) using insect and mammalian expression systems.
• Purify expressed proteins using various formats (e.g. detergents, nanodiscs, SMALPs, proteoliposomes) and a range of chromatography techniques with FPLC systems.
• Characterize and perform quality control of purified proteins using biochemical and biophysical methods (e.g. SDS-PAGE, BN-PAGE, Western blot, HPLC-SEC, ELISA).
• Support the Protein Sciences team in antibody and KnotBody purification and characterization, and contribute to day-to-day lab operations (e.g. maintenance of chromatography instruments, preparation of SOPs and risk assessments).
• Design and generate DNA constructs using a variety of cloning strategies.
• Analyse, interpret, and clearly communicate experimental data, both verbally and in written reports.
• Proactively troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of all work in laboratory notebooks, in accordance with company procedures.

Candidate Profile

The candidate will ideally possess a BSc in Life Sciences (e.g Cell Biology, Immunology) and ideally a PhD in a relative area.

Essential skills include:

• Experience in membrane protein purification and characterisation.
• Experience with chromatography techniques and systems (e.g. size exclusion chromatography, affinity chromatography, or ion exchange).
• Strong attention to detail, rigorous scientific thinking, and a commitment to quality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative working relationships.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to work independently.

Beyond this core experience one or more of the following skills will be advantageous:

• Experience with ion channels or GPCRs.
• Experience in insect cell culture and Baculovirus.
• Experience in purifying and reconstituting membrane proteins in various formats (e.g. SMALP, MSP Nanodisc, Peptidisc, Proteoliposomes).

What we can offer you

• Working alongside an innovative team of scientists, including the founders, who are Key Opinion Leaders in the field
• A competitive salary based on experience
• A comprehensive benefits package including generous pension contribution, Private Life and Medical Insurance and participation in the company share option scheme
• Significant opportunities for career progression within a dynamic company
• Located in a state-of-the art Science Park with easy access to Cambridge by car, train and bus, and offering great on-site amenities (gym, shared facilities, canteen), offering a vibrant social community
• A supportive work environment with a key focus on fostering collaborative working environment within a friendly team

This is a permanent position.

Please click on the link to apply formally.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science and Research

• Industries

  Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Biotechnology Research

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