Pharma Protein Expression Biochemist

JobRx, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Parental leave

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Cogent Scientific is seeking a Pharma Protein Expression Biochemist to advance recombinant protein expression, QC, and purification across multiple projects. The role emphasizes timely communication of results and documentation for internal and external purposes, including regulatory submissions.

The candidate should have 1–2 years of relevant industry lab experience and strong collaboration skills, in a fast-paced team. This day shift position (approx.

Qualifications

• BS or MS with industrial lab experience; MS with 1 year considered.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Provide recombinant protein expression and expression QC for multiple projects.
• Perform small-scale purification and deliver high-quality proteins.
• Communicate results promptly and document progress.
• Prepare reports including regulatory submissions as needed.
• Collaborate across functions to meet aggressive timelines.

Skills

Recombinant protein expression

Protein expression QC

Small scale purification

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

BS in Biochemistry / Molecular & Cellular Biology

MS in Biochemistry / Molecular & Cellular Biology

Job description

Cogent Scientific, an insourced contract research organization, is looking for the right people to accomplish our Mission: to support the life sciences industry by cultivating and empowering exceptional scientists to deliver specialized laboratory services that advance research, foster collaboration, and accelerate innovation through quality and a shared commitment to excellence. We can offer you the chance to build on your skills and knowledge while working among experts in their fields and with cutting-edge instrumentation.

Cogent Scientific offers competitive pay, attractive benefits (such as medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k); parental leave; PTO and paid holidays; etc.) and an exciting work environment. This position may include relocation benefits as well.

• Client Focused: We only succeed when our clients succeed.
• Outstanding: We deliver meticulous results through outstanding performance.
• Good: We act ethically and morally.
• Employee-Centric: We honor and support our employees.
• Nimble: We are prepared to adapt in an ever-changing industry.
• Team-Oriented: We collaborate with each other and with our clients.

We currently have a role available for a Pharma Protein Expression Biochemist.

Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Providing recombinant protein expression, expression QC, small scale purification for multiple projects, simultaneously, within the protein sciences group to provide high quality proteins to structural biology & enzymology.
• Executing projects in an efficient manner, working within aggressive timelines.
• Rapidly communicating/recording scientific results and insights to the team.
• Preparing reports for internal and external purposes including regulatory submissions.
• Participating in project-based and technical team meetings to identify and solve problems and communicating on-going work and progress.

Job requirements include, but are not limited to:

• BS-Biochemistry, Molecular/Cellular Biology or a related field with minimum of 1-2 years of industrial lab experience outside of academia. MS in the same fields with 1 year of industrial lab experience outside of academia will also be considered.
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written.
• Works well both as a team and as an individual.
• Demonstration of excellent team player skills, very strong attention to detail, very strong problem-solving skills, a high level of learning agility, and the ability to work across functions. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with the leadership and communication skills necessary to operate effectively in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment with flexibility and an adaptable approach to goal delivery.

This is a day shift position (approx. 8a-5p local time).

Cogent Scientific provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on any legally protected characteristic.

Additionally, if you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

This job posting will remain open until 8/28/2026 or until a qualified candidate has been selected, whichever comes first.