Protein Expression Scientist

2 weeks ago


Kalamazoo, United States Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

The work we do at Eurofins matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package.

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career, a place to call home, apply with us today  

Job Description

The Protein Therapeutics group within Global Therapeutics Research has the mission and responsibility for identifying and delivering novel large and small molecule therapeutics for a diverse array of indications.  We are seeking a talented and experienced bench scientist to join our efforts in prokaryotic and eukaryotic protein expression and analysis.  The ideal candidate will have strong molecular and cell biology experience and demonstrated ability to work independently at the bench with a variety of vector platforms and expression systems.  The colleague will assist in supporting the day-to-day activities for routine production and purification of protein reagents and aid in the development of recombinant cell lines for functional evaluations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•Prokaryotic and eukaryotic expression of recombinant gene constructs in transient and stable formats for candidate molecule screening and production

•Perform small to mid-scale protein production runs for protein purification and carry out expression characterization such as gel electrophoresis, Western Blot and FACS

•Protein purification (mAbs, therapeutic proteins, reagent proteins) by affinity or native methods

•Analytical characterization of proteins by SDS-PAGE, CGE, Western Blot, and analytical SEC

•Prepare precise technical report summaries, protocols, analysis and maintain appropriate documentation

•Maintain high scientific rigor and attention to detail in testing hypotheses and analyzing data

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master's degree with emphasis in cell biology, molecular biology or related field with 1-3 years of hands-on experience
  • Training and demonstrated proficiency in cell biology and aseptic cell culture with a wide variety of cell types
  • Working knowledge in molecular biology, cloning and protein analysis techniques (SDS-PAGE, Western Blot)
  • Recombinant protein expression experience in prokaryotic (E. coli) and eukaryotic (yeast, mammalian) systems
  • Experience in the generation and functional assessment of recombinant cell lines expressing various target proteins (GPCRs, ion channels, etc) is a plus
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, exhibiting self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
  • Attention to detail and good oral and written communication skills required


Additional Information

  • Position is Full Time, First Shift, Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
  • Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of  Kalamazoo, MI are encouraged to apply. Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.
  • Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Eligibility for potential yearly Bonus & Merit-Based Pay Increases

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.



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