Biologist - Protein Engineering

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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $69,000 - $179,300

The Biotechnology Discovery Research Division in San Diego is responsible for generating, characterizing, and optimizing biotherapeutics from lead generation through lead optimization and preclinical development. We support cross-disciplinary efforts to engineer innovative biotherapeutics that treat metabolic, autoimmune, oncologic, and neurologic diseases. Join our team of scientists working to improve the lives of patients around the world.

This is an opportunity for a self-motivated researcher to join the Protein Engineering Group at the Lilly Biotechnology Center in San Diego. We are seeking an associate level scientist with experience in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, and Protein Engineering. The ideal candidate is a highly dedicated teammate with outstanding technical skills who can work collaboratively with the antibody discovery, protein engineering, protein production, protein characterization, and automation groups in San Diego and Indianapolis.

Responsibilities:

• Think creatively and assist in designing and performing experiments to identify and validate the next generation of large molecule therapeutics
• Conceive, contribute, and execute in creating and improving next-generation technology platforms to deliver tomorrow’s therapeutics
• Engineer, characterize, and optimize antibodies, bispecifics, therapeutic proteins, and conjugates
• Work collaboratively and communicate with project teams to achieve critical research objectives and timelines
• Maintain diligent, detailed, and well-organized records including electronic notebooks, laboratory information management systems, presentations, and reports

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field (Biochemistry, Structural Biology, Biotechnology, Cell Biology) with relevant laboratory experience or training
• Industry experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech industry
• Molecular biology OR protein expression or purification experience

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• Experience with molecular biology, cloning, PCR, restriction enzyme/ligase and recombination-based cloning, phage display library construction, small-scale plasmid DNA extractions, ELISA and protein production/analysis highly desired
• Knowledge/experience in cell culture, and cell-based binding assays
• Knowledge of antibody discovery and engineering, protein structure, and biochemistry
• Experience working with automation and documenting/analyzing large data sets
• Effective interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated, strong work ethic, independent, and results-oriented
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills and high attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as in cross-functional team settings is essential

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