Scientist I

Artech Information System LLC; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT staffing company is seeking a highly motivated individual to join their Biophysics group in Waltham, MA. The role focuses on small molecule drug discovery, where the successful candidate will conduct in vitro binding studies and execute established biophysical assays. Candidates should have relevant experience with techniques like Surface Plasmon Resonance and possess strong communication skills. An educational background of a BS/BA or MS in a related field is required, along with experience in the biotech environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with developing in vitro assays in the biotech/pharmaceutical environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong motivation to excel in both individual and team environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in vitro binding studies and execute biophysical assays.
• Support screening campaigns and present results at team meetings.
• Collaborate with medicinal chemists, biologists, and DMPK scientists.

Skills

Experience with Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR)

Calorimetry

NMR

Biophysical techniques

Analytical techniques

Assay validation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

BS/BA in relevant field with 2-5 years of experience

MS in relevant field with 0-2 years of experience

Job description

Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost.

Job Description

• We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Biophysics group within In Vitro Biology at Waltham, MA.
• The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to small molecule drug discovery. With appropriate guidance and supervision, the successful candidate will conduct in vitro binding studies and be responsible for the careful execution of established biophysical assays.
• The successful candidate is also expected to support screening campaigns.
• As an active member of high value project teams, the candidate will work collaboratively with medicinal chemists, biologists, DMPK scientists, etc., presenting his/her results at team meetings.
• With an appropriate sense of urgency, the successful candidate will bring enthusiasm, commitment, and dedication with an overall goal of bringing life-changing therapies to patients in need.

Skills

• Experience with Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR, Biacore), calorimetry, NMR, and/or other biophysical techniques is critical.
• Experience working on early-stage small molecule drug discovery project teams is highly desirable.
• Experience with analytical techniques and assay validation is a plus.
• Strict attention to detail and excellent communication (oral & written) skills are required.
• The candidate must be motivated to excel in both individual and team environments.

Education

BS/BA with 2-5 years (or MS with 0-2 years) of professional experience developing in vitro assays in the biotech/pharmaceutical environment, or equivalent