Protein Expression Biochemist — Day Shift, Fast-Paced R&D

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 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.