New 
Scientist
 Spectraforce Technologies | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Worcester | |
 May 07, 2025 | |
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Job Title: Scientist
Location: Worcester, MA, 01604 Duration: 12 months Description The Global Protein Sciences group collaborates with drug discovery project teams across the company's therapeutic areas including Oncology, Immunology, and Neurology. We are seeking a cell culture/expression scientist to actively contribute in medium to pilot-scale protein expression activities in a centralized facility. Applicant should be proficient in mammalian (HEK and CHO) expression technologies. Familiarity with scale up to Wave Bioreactor would be beneficial. Protein purification experience a plus. Candidate should be self-motivated and must be able to work independently and also contribute in a team environment. Should stay current with applicable internal/external scientific literature and apply new information to successfully complete work assignments. Should be able to analyze and report data concisely and rigorously. Should possess excellent communication skills and be proficient in presenting in front of groups. Must be able to manage several tasks concurrently and be capable of adjusting to rapidly changing experimental priorities. Key Responsibilities: * Work collaboratively in a matrix with project teams and members of the Global Protein Sciences Group to drive innovation and deliver novel therapies to our patients. * Impact projects through the production and screening of recombinant biopharmaceutical candidates. * Demonstrate scientific excellence, work ethic, and dedication to team and project goals. Qualifications: * BS with 5-7+ years, or MS with 2-5+ years of relevant laboratory experience. The applicant's degree should be in the Life Sciences such as Biochemistry, Biology or Biomedical Engineering. * Work history performing transient protein expression of IgG or similar biological molecules in HEK293 or CHO cells. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience performing SDS-PAGE, Western analysis, ELISA, flow cytometry, and microscopy and interpretation of protein analytical techniques such as SEC, MS, DLS, etc. are desirable * Experience working with/implementation of automated laboratory workflows and instrumentation | |