Virus Purification Scientist for Vaccine Platform R&D

Artech Information System LLC; La Jolla Ranch (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology firm in La Jolla, California, is seeking a Virus Purification Scientist to develop and support vaccine platform production processes. The ideal candidate will have a BS or MSc in biological sciences or biochemical/chemical engineering, with 1-5 years of laboratory experience. Responsibilities include designing experimental work and contributing to vaccine discovery projects, demanding strong practical and theoretical knowledge in virus/protein purification techniques. Competitive compensation and a supportive laboratory environment are provided.

Qualifications

• At least 1–5 years working in a laboratory in an academic or industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support vaccine platform production processes.
• Design and execute experimental work for vaccine discovery projects.
• Work semi-independently and account for results in team settings.

Skills

Protein/virus purification using chromatographic techniques

Experience with Unicorn based FPLC systems

Tangential flow ultrafiltration

Dead‑end filtration and ultracentrifugation based purification

Virus/protein characterization techniques

Experience in handling Cat.2 infectious viruses

Education

BS or MSc in biological sciences or biochemical/chemical engineering

Job description

A biotechnology firm in La Jolla, California, is seeking a Virus Purification Scientist to develop and support vaccine platform production processes. The ideal candidate will have a BS or MSc in biological sciences or biochemical/chemical engineering, with 1-5 years of laboratory experience. Responsibilities include designing experimental work and contributing to vaccine discovery projects, demanding strong practical and theoretical knowledge in virus/protein purification techniques. Competitive compensation and a supportive laboratory environment are provided.