What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist position at Astrix?
Our global pharmaceutical client is searching for an experienced researcher to design and engineer enzymes and therapeutic proteins/peptides to support drug discovery and development.
Location: Union County, NJ
Duration: 12-month assignment with possibility of extension
Description:
- Manipulate DNA to produce enzymes in cell-free or E. coli systems.
- Set up and execute reactions using enzyme preparations as catalysts.
- Quench reactions and prepare samples for HPLC or MS analysis.
- Analyze experimental data to support the protein-directed evolution process.
- Collaborate with team members to optimize experimental protocols and workflows.
- Maintain accurate documentation of experiments and results.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, biochemistry, engineering, or chemical science with a minimum of 4 years of experience; or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience; or a PhD with 0-1 year of experience in running PCR, enzyme reactions, and/or analytical assays.
- Laboratory Skills: Hands-on experience with laboratory automation techniques, particularly Biomek or Tecan liquid handling systems; familiarity with various analytical methods including HPLC, LC-MS, spectrophotometry, gel electrophoresis, and FPLC.
- Microbial Analysis: Ideally, experience in analyzing biological (microbial) samples by HPLC.
- Software Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Word/Excel).
Required Experiences and Skills:
- High-throughput screening and automated liquid handling.
- Chemical and biochemical solution and reaction preparation.
- Understanding of experimental design and data analysis principles.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent teamwork and multitasking abilities.
- Good documentation practices for experimental reports.
Salary : $40 - $45
