Protein Biochemist

Cogent Scientific, an insourced contract research organization, is looking for the right people to

accomplish our Mission: to partner in the global effort to improve lives through innovative science with

an experienced workforce. We can offer you the chance to build on your skills and knowledge while

working among experts in their fields and with cutting-edge instrumentation.

Cogent Scientific offers competitive pay, attractive benefits, and an exciting work environment. We aim

to recruit the best people who stand out among their peers and embody our Core Values:

Client Focused: We only succeed when our clients succeed.

Outstanding: We deliver meticulous results through outstanding performance.

Good: We act ethically and morally.

Employee-Centric: We honor and support our employees.

Nimble: We are prepared to adapt in an ever-changing industry.

Team-Oriented: We collaborate with each other and with our clients.

We currently have a role available for an Protein Biochemist.

Job Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Work with members of the Protein Engineering team and external partners to assist in the design and generation DNA for protein expression
• Execute the expression and purification of antibody constructs with an unmatched attention to detail to deliver high quality reagents across the organization.
• Experience with the design and engineering of complex antibody constructs; using mammalian suspension expression systems for transfection in plates, flasks, and/or bioreactors; purifying molecules utilizing batch purification using resin or magnetic beads are required.
• Familiarity with display technologies and antibody discovery techniques is a plus
• Work with members of the Biophysical Chemistry and Mass Spectrometry groups to troubleshoot purifications and analyze quality attributes of purified antibodies.
• Experience performing controlled Fab arm exchange redox reactions and subsequent analysis; operation of ÄKTA FPLCs (Go, Pure, Avant) including method queues, scouting, and automation workflows; operating and troubleshooting of fiber and column chromatography such as ProA, CEX, AEX, HIC, SEC, and/or multimodal chromatography are all required.
• Demonstrate collection and thorough analysis of data, and update Electronic Lab Notebook records
• Experience using Geneious Prime implementing workflows and analysis of protein and DNA sequences; documentation of molecules and registries in Benchling would be preferred.
  

Job Requirements Include, But Are Not Limited To

• BS/MS/Ph.D. in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Cancer Biology, Pharmacology, or related field with 10+ YOE (BS), 5+ YOE (MS), or 2+ YOE (Ph.D.) working in an academic or industry laboratory setting.
• Team player mentality with strong written and verbal communication skills. Will be required to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including structural biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and biophysics.
• The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with the leadership and communication skills necessary to operate effectively in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment with flexibility and an adaptable approach to goal delivery.