Kodiak Sciences · 2 days ago
Scientist/Senior Scientist, Protein Engineering
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expKodiak Sciences Inc. is a fast-growing, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on transforming ophthalmology through innovative therapeutics. They are seeking an accomplished Scientist/Senior Scientist to advance therapeutic drug discovery and development programs, leveraging expertise in protein engineering and assay development.
BiotechnologyHealth CareTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Lead the discovery and engineering of recombinant protein-, peptide-, and oligonucleotide-based therapeutics, optimizing functional activity, stability, and developability. Provide scientific leadership in molecular design and support lead identification and optimization across discovery programs
Design, develop, and validate biochemical and cell-based assays to functionally characterize therapeutic drug candidates
Establish, qualify, and maintain assay platforms for screening, profiling, and data-driven decision-making across multiple programs
Perform hands-on experimental work with recombinant proteins, peptides, and oligonucleotides including assay setup, execution, and data analysis
Evaluate protein and peptide activity using a broad range of assays, including fluorescence-, absorbance-, and luminescence-based readouts; FRET; LC-MS; SPR; ELISA; and in vitro cellular functional assays
Troubleshoot complex technical challenges and continuously improve assay robustness, performance and throughput
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to integrate assay data into project strategies and candidate selection
Present scientific findings to project teams and senior leadership; contribute to technical reports, study summaries, and regulatory documentation as needed
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Protein Engineering, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, or a related field, with 2+ years of relevant postdoctoral or industry experience
Extensive hands-on experience in drug engineering, including recombinant proteins, peptides, and/or oligonucleotide–associated modalities
Demonstrated expertise in biochemical and diverse cell-based assays for drug discovery
Ability to independently drive scientific work while contributing effectively within a collaborative, cross-functional research environment
Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and scientific decision-making skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex scientific concepts
Highly collaborative, proactive, and scientifically driven, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality research outcomes
Company
Kodiak Sciences
Kodiak is designing and developing novel therapies for the treatment of retinal disease.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (9)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.22B2025-12-16Post Ipo Equity· $184M
2020-11-17Post Ipo Equity· $645M
2019-12-02Post Ipo Equity· $317.4M
Leadership Team
Victor Perlroth
Chairman and CEO
Recent News
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