Scientist

neteffects; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Biochemistry and Biophysics field is seeking a Scientist for a 1-year assignment in Boston, MA. The candidate will play a key role in developing assays and conducting biochemical studies to support drug discovery efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with relevant degrees and experience in assay development and an eagerness to learn.

Benefits

Health insurance

Health savings account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of industry experience for BS/BA, or 1+ year for MS.
• Experience with biochemical/biophysical techniques required.
• Motivated and initiative-driven candidate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop/run quantitative biochemical and biophysical assays.
• Conduct studies to elucidate ligand interactions.
• Work as a strong team player in a research environment.

Skills

Biochemistry

Biophysics

Molecular Biology

Teamwork

Communication

Education

BS/BA in biochemistry, biophysics or related discipline

MS in biochemistry, biophysics or related discipline

Tools

TIBCO Spotfire

Excel

PowerPoint

Automated liquid handlers

Job description

Scientist
$44.30/hr
Onsite: Boston, MA
8am-5pm Mon-Fri
1 year assignment

This is an exciting opportunity in the Biochemistry and Biophysics Group within the Department of Pharmacology at MRL-Boston. The successful candidate is expected to:

• Develop and/or run quantitative biochemical and biophysical assays to support identification, characterization, and optimization of small molecule ligands from high throughput screening campaigns and medicinal chemistry efforts.
• Conduct biochemical and biophysical studies to elucidate the modes of ligand interaction and mechanisms of action on target proteins.

Quals--
Education Requirement:

• BS/BA degree in biochemistry, biophysics or a related discipline with a minimum of 1-5 years industry experience; or a MS degree in biochemistry, biophysics or a related discipline with 1 or more years of industry experience, preferably with a focus on assay development and compound profiling within a drug discovery environment.

Required Skills:
• Candidate should have basic knowledge of biochemistry, biophysics and molecular biology
• Candidate should have prior experience with basic biochemical and/or biophysical techniques
• Candidate should be highly motivated, driven, and willing to take the initiative to learn new scientific methodologies
• Candidate should be a strong team player
• Candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Candidate should be comfortable using a PC computer and proficient in Windows-based operating systems and basic applications, such as spreadsheets and databases
• Experience in the use of automated liquid handlers such as Echo, Bravo, Biomek, or Hamilton and data analysis and presentation software such as TIBCO Spotfire, Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Attributes:
• Proven ability to independently design, develop and implement biochemical and biophysical screening assays using detection modalities such as: TR-FRET, FP, LC-MS, radiochemical, surface plasmon resonance (BIAcore), fluorescence-based thermal shift (TdF), and/or isothermal titration calorimetry (ITC).
• Hands-on experience performing steady-state and transient-state kinetic experiments to study enzymes and inhibitors.
• Direct experience in recombinant protein expression using bacteria, insect (baculovirus) and/or mammalian cell-based systems and purification using automated chromatographic separation systems.

Benefits: (employee contribution)
Health insurance
Health savings account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Retirement plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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About the company

neteffects is one of St. Louis' leading IT Staffing companies and IT Recruiting firms. Neteffects provides talent, business process, & technology solutions consulting in St. Louis, Missouri & beyond. Better Mondays Start Here!

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