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Zymo Research Corp · 1 month ago

Post Doc Scientist/Protein Engineer

Tustin, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$70K/yr - $110K/yr

Zymo Research Corp is seeking a dynamic individual to join their Protein Team as a Scientist. In this role, you will develop proteins and enzymes for various applications, lead laboratory procedures, and innovate in the biotechnology field while contributing to strategic planning and research publications.

Biotechnology

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Design and engineer protein variants with improved stability, affinity, and functionality

Design and perform protein expression and purification for small- and large-scale production and process optimization

Design and perform assays to characterize and optimize target products

Produce documentation and data needed for product launch and marketing

Present findings internally and externally and contribute to research publications

Stay updated with the latest advancements in protein engineering and general biomedical field and bring innovative strategies to the team

Carry responsibility for laboratory management and supervision of Research Associates, Laboratory Assistants, and Interns

Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams

Meeting regularly with the research team to discuss project progress

Maintain complete handwritten reports (lab notebooks) on all phases of laboratory involved in research projects adhering to the Zymo Research Notebook Policy

Qualification

Recombinant protein expressionProtein purificationMolecular cloningAssay developmentBioreactor operationInterpersonal communicationWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Strong background in molecular biology and biochemistry, with demonstrated skills in recombinant protein expression and purification

Requires a Ph.D degree in Molecular Biology, biochemistry or related field

Candidate should be competent in molecular cloning, microbial and cell culturing, and recombinant protein purification and characterization

Requires at least one first author scientific publication

Demonstrates well-developed written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to establish highly functional relationships with diverse personalities, both within and outside the company. Open, customer-focused style of communication

Preferred

Experience with operating a bioreactor/fermenter

Experience with protein conjugation

Experience with assay development

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Coverages

EAP Sessions

Vacation Time plus Company Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Generous 401(K) with matching

Employee Referral Bonus

Complimentary fruit, snacks, and beverages

Complimentary catered lunches on Thursdays

Complimentary EV Charging

Company

Zymo Research Corp

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Since its inception in 1994, Zymo Research has been proudly serving the scientific community by providing innovative, reliable, and high quality research tools at affordable prices.

Founded in 1994

Irvine, California, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.zymoresearch.com

H1B Sponsorship

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