Senior Research Associate, HTP Protein Production

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Remote; USD 86,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a dedicated scientist to join their High-Throughput Protein Production Team. This role focuses on advancing therapeutic discoveries through high-throughput techniques, including cloning, purification, and optimization. You will be involved in designing experiments, data analysis, and working collaboratively across therapeutic groups. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in protein production workflows and laboratory automation, ensuring the successful delivery of novel therapeutics. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will help shape the future of biotherapeutics and make a meaningful impact in the field.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry experience in protein production workflows.
• Hands-on experience in molecular cloning and protein characterization.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform high throughput production of proteins.
• Evaluate and implement new methods for protein production.

Skills

Molecular Cloning

Protein Expression

Protein Purification

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

MS in a Scientific Discipline

BS in a Scientific Discipline

Tools

Tecan

Hamilton

Dynamic Devices

LIMS

SnapGene

Geneious Prime

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Job Description

Objective / Purpose

The role within the High-Throughput Protein Production Team under the Global Biologics Group is centered around advancing early therapeutic discovery using high-throughput techniques. This involves cloning, mammalian transfection, purification, and optimization utilizing the latest automation technologies. The position demands involvement in designing and executing experiments, data analysis, and strategy development for protein production and automation. Additionally, the role includes contributing to matrix project teams and facilitating collaboration with various therapeutic groups, requiring effective communication and adaptability in fast-paced environments.

Accountabilities

• Independently perform high throughput production of proteins in various formats, including antibody-based (mAbs, bispecific, VHHs, Fc-fusion, etc) and alternative formats to discover and advance novel therapeutics.
• Perform cloning, plasmid prep, transient expression, and purification of protein constructs using automated liquid handlers (Tecan, Hamilton, Dynamic Devices).
• Independently operate, edit, and troubleshoot program scripts for a variety of liquid handling robotic platforms.
• Perform mammalian cell culture work, including the maintenance of cell lines.
• Perform HTP analytics such as CE-SDS and aSEC.
• Evaluate and implement new methods for high throughput protein production.
• Perform data analysis and tracking using LIMS systems and maintain detailed ELN.
• Summarize and communicate results at team meetings and contribute to scientific discussions.
• Troubleshoots complex problems and actively participates in innovation and/or optimization of established processes and workflows to ensure delivery on project goals.
• Assist and share responsibilities on routine lab practices such as managing inventory and maintenance of equipment.

Education & Competencies

• MS in a scientific discipline (or equivalent) with 2+ years of relevant experience, or BS with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years of industry experience.
• Experience with protein production workflow in an industry setting is required.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in molecular cloning, protein expression and purification, and protein characterization are required.
• Previous experience with the operation of laboratory automation is required.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture, including CHO and HEK cell lines is required.
• Previous experience in protein analyticals such as aSEC and CE-SDS is highly desirable.
• Prior experience with LIMS, preferably GeneData Biologics is highly desirable.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques and software such as SnapGene and Geneious Prime is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organization skills, along with the ability to work in cross-functional settings.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

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For Location

Boston, MA

U.S. Base Salary Range

$86,500.00 - $135,960.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

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Locations

Boston, MA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes

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