Protein Production Scientist for Malaria Vaccine Research

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington’s Institute for Protein Design seeks a Research Scientist/Engineer Assistant to advance recombinant protein production and characterization for malaria vaccine research. You will express, purify, and analyze proteins and nanoparticles while maintaining rigorous records and supporting collaboration across teams.

This role emphasizes hands-on biochemistry, state-of-the-art protein workflows, and clear communication of results to project partners in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, or molecular biology.
• Hands-on experience with recombinant protein expression and purification.
• Experience with SDS-PAGE, HPLC, and analytical protein methods.
• Strong data organization and meticulous record-keeping.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional malaria vaccine project team.

Responsibilities

• Produce and purify recombinant proteins using bacterial and mammalian systems.
• Characterize proteins and nanoparticles with established assays.
• Prepare CoTs and distribute samples to study partners.
• Maintain lab records, inventories and data in databases.
• Communicate progress and results in team meetings.

Skills

Recombinant protein expression

Protein purification

Biochemical characterization

Data analysis

Laboratory recordkeeping

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, molecular biology or related field

Tools

FPLC/ÄKTA chromatography

SDS-PAGE

HPLC

Biolayer interferometry (BLI)

Dynamic light scattering (DLS)

nSEM (Negative-Stain EM)

Job description

The University of Washington’s Institute for Protein Design seeks a Research Scientist/Engineer Assistant to advance recombinant protein production and characterization for malaria vaccine research. You will express, purify, and analyze proteins and nanoparticles while maintaining rigorous records and supporting collaboration across teams.

This role emphasizes hands-on biochemistry, state-of-the-art protein workflows, and clear communication of results to project partners in a fast-paced