Senior Biophysicist - Structural Biology (Hybrid)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary and benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Cutting-edge instrumentation access

Professional development andConference

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a Senior Biophysicist to lead structural biology efforts at their Port Elizabeth facility. You will design and run advanced biophysical experiments to define macromolecule structures and interactions, guiding drug discovery programs through data-driven insights.

The role combines lab leadership with remote data analysis in a hybrid setting, requiring deep scientific expertise, collaboration across disciplines, and a commitment to professional growth within a cutting-edge

Qualifications

• PhD in Biophysics, Biochemistry, Structural Biology, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of post-PhD or industry experience in biophysics and structural biology.
• Proven expertise across multiple biophysical techniques for macromolecules.
• Strong data interpretation and scientific communication skills.
• Experience with structural biology software and data analysis platforms.

Responsabilités

• Design and execute biophysical experiments to determine structure and dynamics of macromolecules.
• Utilize SPR, ITC, SAXS, cryo-EM, X-ray, and NMR to characterize targets.
• Analyze complex data and translate into drug discovery insights.
• Collaborate with biology, chemistry, and pharmacology teams.
• Develop high-throughput biophysical assays for screening and lead optimization.
• Mentor junior scientists and contribute to publications and patents.

Connaissances

Biophysics expertise

Structural biology

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Formation

PhD in Biophysics or related field

Outils

SPR

ITC

SAXS

cryo-EM

X-ray crystallography

NMR spectroscopy

Description du poste

Placements24 seeks a Senior Biophysicist to lead structural biology efforts at their Port Elizabeth facility. You will design and run advanced biophysical experiments to define macromolecule structures and interactions, guiding drug discovery programs through data-driven insights.

The role combines lab leadership with remote data analysis in a hybrid setting, requiring deep scientific expertise, collaboration across disciplines, and a commitment to professional growth within a cutting-edge