Bioengineering Research Associate — Protein Design & Evolution

Evotec; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with match

Flexible work

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

Evotec in Rahway, New Jersey is seeking a Research Associate to join our Bioengineering team focused on protein expression and next generation sequencing. You will contribute to project goals, work with top scientists, and advance your expertise in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

The role offers on-the-job coaching, a flexible work environment, and opportunities for growth within a leading biopharmaceutical company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Full-time experience in a research laboratory setting.
• Hands-on experience with biosafety level 1 organisms.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs with accurate documentation of work and results.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Availability for travel to Princeton, NJ, site for training and quarterly meetings.
• Ability to work a weekend schedule as needed, with total hours maintained within a 40-hour work week.

Responsibilities

• Apply strong technical skills to execute assignments and experiments within project timelines.
• Provide input into experimental design and assist in problem solving and workflow improvements.
• Document data and communicate results through records, notebooks, emails, and inventories.
• Maintain a safe, compliant laboratory environment and ensure training records are up to date.
• Gain exposure to protein engineering design and directed evolution approaches.
• Receive on-the-job training through coaching and mentoring from Evotec team.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

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

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Evotec in Rahway, New Jersey is seeking a Research Associate to join our Bioengineering team focused on protein expression and next generation sequencing. You will contribute to project goals, work with top scientists, and advance your expertise in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

The role offers on-the-job coaching, a flexible work environment, and opportunities for growth within a leading biopharmaceutical company.