Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Scientist - II Position type: Full-time Contract Duration: 12 months of contract
Location: West Point, PAAs a Scientist - II your responsibilities:The successful candidate will join the protein expression and purification team. The protein expression and purification team provides protein vaccine candidates and critical assay reagents in support of target validation and identification in the early discovery space. The primary focus for this position will be the purification of recombinant proteins and nanoparticles using chromatography techniques while maintaining functional structure and native-like protein folding. The candidate will work closely with the protein expression group, and collaborate with the protein characterization group.
Qualifications: Required Skills:

• Proficiency in research-scale FPLC protein purification chromatography.
• Demonstrated knowledge in affinity, charge-based, and size exclusion separation techniques.
• The ability to closely follow SOPs is necessary.
• Knowledge in developing purification strategies for novel proteins.
• Proficiency in diverse protein characterization techniques and protein-based assays such as Bradford protein quantitation, UV-VIS spectroscopy, SDS-PAGE, Western blotting.
• Tasks include the preparation of buffers, maintenance of purification instruments, sanitization of chromatographic columns, detailed notebook keeping, preparations of reports, and inventory maintenance.
• Familiarity with Microsoft office applications, effective communication skills, the ability to work independently and in collaboration with others, and attention to details are a must.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of endotoxin measurements, protein analytical methods such as fluorimetry, infrared spectroscopy, circular dichroism spectroscopy, light scattering, ultracentrifugation, or mass spectrometry.
• Experience in recombinant protein expression in either bacterial, insect or mammalian cell lines.
• Basic knowledge in sterile techniques.

Minimum/Preferred Education Requirements:

• BS (with 2 or more years of post-graduation work experience) or MS (with graduate or post-graduation laboratory experience) in biology, chemistry, or another scientific field.
• Work experience can be in either academic or industry setting.

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
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Shakir Ahmed Sr. Recruiter PHONE (208-620-3493) EMAIL ()PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS: Pay Range*: Pay Range: $32 - $34 per hour.
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.
Recent Recognitions:

• One of Largest IT Consulting Staffing firms in the USA - Recognized as #4 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA 2022)
• ClearlyRated® Client Diamond Award Winner (2020)
• One of the Largest Certified MBE Companies in the NMSDC Network (2022)
• Advanced Tier Services partner with AWS and Gold with MS

Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/
Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.
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