Protein Purification & Fermentation Scientist (AKTA FPLC)

Proven Recruiting; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Proven Recruiting in San Diego is seeking a Senior Research Associate to support protein purification workflows using AKTA FPLC and to help run fermentation processes. This hands-on role offers exposure to a fast-paced development team and critical purification steps.

Ideal candidates hold a BS or MS in a related field with 1–4+ years of lab experience, including chromatography. Compensation ranges by qualifications and experience, with an emphasis on practical skills and collaboration.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in a related scientific field.
• 1–4+ years of lab experience, preferably in protein purification or fermentation.
• Experience with AKTA/FPLC or other chromatography systems is preferred.
• Microbial fermentation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform clarification, filtration, and chromatography steps to support protein purification workflows using AKTA FPLC; support daily lab operations and sample collection.
• Operate and maintain fermentation bioreactors (2L–100L) as needed.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Pipetting

Buffer prep

Electronic lab notebooks

Education

BS or MS in Microbiology/Biochemistry/Bioengineering/Chemical Engineering

Tools

AKTA/FPLC

Chromatography systems

Fermentation bioreactors

Job description

Proven Recruiting in San Diego is seeking a Senior Research Associate to support protein purification workflows using AKTA FPLC and to help run fermentation processes. This hands-on role offers exposure to a fast-paced development team and critical purification steps.

Ideal candidates hold a BS or MS in a related field with 1–4+ years of lab experience, including chromatography. Compensation ranges by qualifications and experience, with an emphasis on practical skills and collaboration.