Senior Director, Therapeutic Protein Engineering

Ankyra Therapeutics; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 94,500 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in Cambridge, MA seeks an experienced Associate Director/Director/Senior Director to lead efforts in protein engineering. This role involves designing and optimizing therapeutic proteins while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has a PhD and substantial experience in therapeutic protein design, alongside strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to make significant contributions to patient care.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of industry or postdoctoral experience in therapeutic protein design and optimization.
• Deep expertise in protein expression, purification, characterization, and engineering strategies.
• Experience with screening platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, engineer, and optimize therapeutic proteins for function and stability.
• Guide the selection and development of expression systems and purification strategies.
• Mentor junior scientists and build a culture of scientific excellence.

Skills

Protein engineering

Molecular biology

Structural biology

Computational design

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Protein Engineering, Structural Biology, Biochemistry, or Molecular Biology

Tools

Protein modeling tools

Computational design platforms

Job description

A leading biotechnology company in Cambridge, MA seeks an experienced Associate Director/Director/Senior Director to lead efforts in protein engineering. This role involves designing and optimizing therapeutic proteins while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has a PhD and substantial experience in therapeutic protein design, alongside strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to make significant contributions to patient care.