Research Assistant I — Hit Validation & Protein Science

Scripps Research; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,474 - 34,522; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer contributed retirement plan

Full suite of health and welfare plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Competitive vacation and sick leave policies

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Scripps Research in San Diego, CA is seeking a Research Assistant I to join their early-stage discovery research team. The role involves validating drug candidates from DNA-Encoded Library screening, developing assays, and collaborating within multidisciplinary project teams.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, with experience in molecular biology and a strong motivation to contribute to scientific goals. The position includes comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• 1-3 years of experience required; Master’s degree with 0-2 years is acceptable.
• Highly motivated, creative, and able to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Validate and characterize hit compounds from DEL screening.
• Develop and optimize biochemical and biophysical assays.
• Produce and purify proteins for screening.

Skills

Molecular biology

DNA isolation and purification

Protein purification techniques

Cell culture

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in biochemistry or related area

Tools

Graphing programs

HPLC

LC-MS

Job description

Scripps Research in San Diego, CA is seeking a Research Assistant I to join their early-stage discovery research team. The role involves validating drug candidates from DNA-Encoded Library screening, developing assays, and collaborating within multidisciplinary project teams.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, with experience in molecular biology and a strong motivation to contribute to scientific goals. The position includes comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation.