Scientist /Senior Scientist, Protein Science

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Scientist to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a functional leader in biologics production activities, driving innovation in cell line development, protein expression, and purification processes. Additionally, you will play a key role in client-facing project management, ensuring seamless collaboration and delivery of high-quality biologics solutions. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to manage client relationships effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Biologics Production Leadership:
• Develop, triage, implement, and troubleshoot innovative strategies for gene synthesis, protein expression, purification, and/or quality control to achieve high yields, purity, and functionality.
• Design and execute experiments for the expression and purification of recombinant proteins using mammalian cell systems.
• Oversee a team of research associates and/or biotechnologists, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of excellence in protein science methodologies.
2. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Collaborate with cross-functional and cross-cultural teams to support the development of biologics, with a focus on early-stage research and production scale-up.
• Partner with internal stakeholders (e.g., Quality Assurance, Process Development, and Manufacturing) to ensure alignment and efficiency in biologics production workflows.
3. Client-Facing Project Management:
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients, managing project timelines, deliverables, and communication to ensure client satisfaction.
• Translate client requirements into actionable project plans, ensuring alignment with technical capabilities and business objectives.
• Provide regular updates to clients on project progress, challenges, and solutions, maintaining transparency and trust.
4. Data Analysis & Reporting:
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, preparing detailed technical reports and presentations for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of scientific publications, conference presentations, and webinars to showcase innovative findings and advancements.
5. Innovation & Intellectual Property:
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific and technological advancements in protein science, cell engineering, and biologics production.
• Generate novel ideas and contribute to the company’s intellectual property portfolio by drafting scientific papers, filing patents and reporting innovations in scientific forums.

Qualifications and Preferred Skills:

• Ph.D., in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Structural Biology, Bioengineering or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in antibody design, protein expression, and purification, preferably in an industrial setting.
• A demonstrated record of success with protein engineering for enhanced protein expression or properties.
• Expertise in various protein purification techniques (e.g., affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion chromatography, etc.).
• Experience with the biophysical characterization of proteins and the assessment of protein-protein interactions.
• Familiarity with automation and high-throughput techniques for protein expression and purification.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in analytical techniques such as CE-SDS, BLI, and mass spectrometry.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, with a track record of scientific publications, presentations, and conferences.