Associate Scientist – Protein Purification & Analysis

Zealand Pharma U.S., Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Zealand Pharma U.S., Inc. in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Associate Scientist or Scientist to support discovery programs through hands-on purification, analytical characterization, and data generation for protein-based therapeutics. The role offers growth opportunities at our new research center.

You will work with FPLC-based purification (SEC, IEX, affinity) and basic analytical methods, learning advanced workflows while contributing from day one in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field (Associate Scientist); PhD preferred (Scientist)
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in protein purification and/or analytical chemistry (Associate Scientist); 2-3 years of relevant industry experience preferred (Scientist), depending on degree level
• Foundational to working knowledge of protein purification techniques, such as FPLC-based chromatography (SEC, IEX, affinity)
• Foundational to working knowledge of analytical characterization methods used to assess protein identity, purity, and concentration
• Familiarity with standard laboratory practices for handling and analyzing protein samples
• Willingness to learn additional techniques, including mass spectrometry, biophysical characterization, and automated/high-throughput workflows

Responsibilities

• Support purification of recombinant proteins to assist discovery programs from early research through lead-series selection
• Assist with FPLC-based purification workflows, including SEC, IEX, and affinity chromatography, at analytical scale, under supervision
• Perform basic analytical characterization to help confirm protein identity, purity, and concentration using standard analytical techniques
• Support the routine execution of established purification and analytical workflows within Molecular Platform Development
• Learn and apply automated and high-throughput purification and analytical workflow procedures
• Assist senior colleagues with troubleshooting of routine purification and analytical issues, while building scientific and technical skills through feedback and mentorship

Skills

Protein purification

Analytical chemistry

FPLC-based chromatography

Size-exclusion chromatography (SEC)

Ion-exchange chromatography (IEX)

Affinity chromatography

Mass spectrometry

Biophysical characterization

Automated/high-throughput workflows

Data communication of results

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry/Chemistry/Molecular Biology or related field

Master's degree in Biochemistry/Chemistry/Molecular Biology or related field

PhD preferred (Scientist)

Tools

FPLC

Job description

Zealand Pharma U.S., Inc. in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Associate Scientist or Scientist to support discovery programs through hands-on purification, analytical characterization, and data generation for protein-based therapeutics. The role offers growth opportunities at our new research center.

You will work with FPLC-based purification (SEC, IEX, affinity) and basic analytical methods, learning advanced workflows while contributing from day one in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.