Research Associate I, Protein Sciences

Research Associate I, Protein SciencesSouth San Francisco, CASummaryWe are currently recruiting for a Research Associate who will report to a Scientist of Protein Sciences and continue advancing the Company's cutting edge engineered cell product. This will be a unique opportunity to see your ideas rapidly translate into the clinic and impact patient lives. The individual will be responsible for execution of high-throughput protein expression and purification and will be involved in the critical path for the discovery of neoEpitope and corresponding cognate TCRs. The duties of this position will primarily consist of executing transient transfection of mammalian cells as well as cell culture management, as well as expression quantification by analytical methods. Furthermore, you will be responsible for completing successful qualifications and ongoing support procedures for cell culture facility operations and assisting in the development, writing, review of SOPs, batch records, and other documentation. The ideal candidate must have a collaborative and inquisitive nature, must possess excellent organizational and verbal and written communication skills, and be flexible in their working hours. This position involves a considerable amount of bench work in a GMP-like environment. The ideal candidate should have keen attention to detail, be highly organized, and should enjoy operating in an exceptionally dynamic and collaborative environment.Responsibilities

• Execution of HTP cloning process for generating recombinant protein libraries
• Execution of high-throughput automated protein purification workflow using liquid handling robots
• Expression of recombinant proteins in a high-throughput mammalian host system
• Proficiently operate and maintain equipment according to designed procedures
• Coordinate activities with functional groups and project teams
• Update electronic lab notebook entries, inventory, and documentation

• Bachelor's degree with at least 1+ years of experience in protein biochemistry, molecular biology, or related disciplines
• Prior experience with high-throughput cloning and protein purification
• Prior experience with mammalian cell culture and with recombinant protein expression is a plus
• Acute attention to detail, well organized, diligent with documentation
• Highly goal-driven and displays the ability to handle delicate experiments in a timely manner
• Prior experience working in a GMP lab is a plus