Protein Purification Scientist

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Job Description

Eurofins PSS is seeking a highly skilled protein chemist with extensive experience in recombinant protein expression, purification, and characterization to support our client site in San Diego, CA. The primary responsibilities of this role include purifying recombinantly expressed proteins and antibodies. The ideal candidate will have experience in most or all of the techniques listed below.

Employee Responsibilities:

• Design and conduct experiments for purification processes of antibodies and recombinant proteins, both on a small and large scale.
• Understand the quality requirements for proteins used in structural and functional studies, and develop protocols to deliver well-characterized proteins accordingly.
• Review and optimize purification processes and methods to improve yields, reduce costs, and produce consistent products.
• Analyze and capture experimental data using E-notebook, and share data in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Protein Science, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field, with over three years of hands-on laboratory experience. Industrial experience is preferred.
• Proficient in protein expression and purification technologies. Strong experience with protein purification techniques, including column chromatography (affinity, size exclusion, ion exchange, hydrophobic interaction, etc.), ultrafiltration, and dialysis. Familiarity with Cytiva ACTA FPLC system and Unicorn software is required.
• Experience with analytical techniques, including UV-Vis spectroscopy, electrophoresis, western blotting, and mass spectrometry.
• Detail-oriented and precise in routine lab practices.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage uncertainty, changes in priority, and timeline restrictions efficiently.
• Capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills.

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• Experience in molecular biology techniques, including PCR, cloning, and gel electrophoresis.
• Experience with various protein expression systems, including E. coli and baculovirus-infected insect cells, is desired.
• Knowledge of biophysical techniques for protein characterization, such as mass photometry/spectroscopy, differential scanning fluorimetry (DSF), HPLC, isothermal titration calorimetry (ITC), and surface plasmon resonance (SPR), is a plus.

Additional Information

Additional Details: 

The position is full-time, on-site. Overtime will be required on a rotational basis to cover weekend Bioreactor sampling and occasional off-shift operations. Candidates living within a commutable distance of San Diego, CA and the surrounding areas are encouraged to apply. 

Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options, also include:

• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Compensation Range: $55,000- $60,000/yr
• Eligible to work in the US indefinitely without sponsorship

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ sites dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment, and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR, and a great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train, and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our client’s quality systems and equipment.

To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.