Associate Scientist with Protein Analytics/ Protein Purification

Aequor; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequor in Thousand Oaks, CA is seeking an Associate Scientist with protein analytics and purification experience for a 12-month onsite contract. The role emphasizes high-throughput purification and analytics using HPLC, MCE, Chromeleon, LabChip and related software, with data capture in LIMS/ELN.

Candidates should have a Master\'s in life sciences or a BA/BS with relevant experience and strong communication in a cross-functional team environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in life sciences or Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant scientific experience.
• Experience with protein purification and analytics.
• Experience with protein analytical techniques (HPLC, MCE, etc.) and analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Operate & troubleshoot automation platforms for high throughput purification and analytics.
• Perform protein analytics using a variety of techniques and instrumentation.
• Capture experimental data in LIMS/ELN systems.
• Summarize and report results to work group and project teams.

Skills

Protein purification & analytics

HPLC

Chromeleon

LabChip

Education

Master's degree in life sciences

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Tools

Chromeleon

LabChip

MCE

Job description

Associate Scientist with Protein Analytics/ Protein Purification, HPLC, Protein and Chemistry/Biochemistry Experience (Onsite Job in Thousand Oaks, CA)

Location: Thousand Oaks, CA

Terms: Contract W2

Duration : 12 Months Contract (Will Get Extended for Long)

Description:

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, approximately 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

ROLE BREAKDOWN

There are two Associate Scientist profiles being sourced under the same title:

Basic Qualifications:

Master's degree in life sciences.

OR

Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with protein purification & analytics, techniques, instrumentation, software.

Experience with protein analytics, particularly biologic molecules.

Demonstrated experience with protein analytical techniques (HPLC, MCE, etc...) and analysis software (Chromeleon, LabChip, etc.)

Knowledge of high throughput purification and analytical techniques is a plus

Experience with handling and analyzing large datasets.

Ability to multi-task, work flexibly and efficiently in a cross-functional environment

Demonstrated strong communication skills, ability to multi-task and work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.

Demonstrated track record of independent critical thinking and creative problem-solving.

Skill Sets:

• Experience with protein purification & analytics, techniques, instrumentation, software.
• Familiarity with protein analytical techniques (HPLC, MCE, etc...) and analysis software (Chromeleon, LabChip)
• Demonstrated strong communication skills, ability to multi-task and work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.

ANALYTICS PROFILE - KEY SKILLS

Strong candidates should have experience with one or more protein analytical techniques, including:

Protein purification experience is beneficial for analytics candidates, but the primary emphasis should be protein analytics.

PURIFICATION PROFILE - KEY SKILLS

Candidates should have hands-on protein purification experience within a laboratory environment. Relevant protein chemistry and analytical experience is also valuable. Recruiters should prioritize candidates whose experience demonstrates an understanding of protein purification processes and the underlying science.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Operate & troubleshoot our automation platforms for high throughput purification and analytics.
• Protein analytics using a variety of techniques and instrumentation.
• Contribute to the development of new processes and methods.
• Capture experimental data in LIMS/ELN systems.
• Summarize and report results and findings to work group and project teams.