Protein Characterization Scientist

Research & Development – Protein Characterization Scientist

Position Summary...

Join a company where you can make a difference from day one and help make the world a better and safer place. ARL Bio Pharma provides analytical and microbiological testing for the pharmaceutical industry and is the most respected name in our industry. Our laboratory works with pharmaceutical companies, compounding and hospital pharmacies, drug manufacturers, and raw material suppliers bringing excellence to pharmaceutical sciences and making pharmaceuticals safer.

The position requires the performance of variety of task including design experiments and develop methods to characterize proteins, antibodies, and antibody drug conjugates (ADCs). Perform protein therapeutics characterization test in support of molecular assessment and formulation development. Provide technical mentorship to associate scientists. This position requires knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, procedures, and instrumentation used in a chemistry laboratory. Protein Characterization Scientist manages projects with some supervision and reports to the lab supervisor. The Protein Characterization Scientist must be able to think and work independently yet share ideas and work toward team goals. The ability to express thoughts in a clear concise manner both orally and written is also expected. Works to establish the ability to effectively prioritize and plan multiple work activities with varying deadlines and complexities.

Some highlights..

• Attractive Relocation Package available
• Great Benefits
• Excellent Work/Life Balance
• Fantastic work environment
• 100% Company-paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401K Retirement with Company Match

This is a full-time role

Work Schedule: Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Flexible hours such as early, late and weekend shift may be required.

Work Restrictions: Because of vital nature of this work, we do not allow medical marijuana cards and we do random drug testing on all of our employees.

Essential Functions...

• Qualitatively and quantitatively test of client samples.
• Development and validation of analytical methods.
• Manage research projects and coordinate project related works between different departments of ARL.
• Write research protocol, project report and working instruction.
• Communication with client regarding the project/sample test status.

Position Requirements...

• A BS in chemistry or related science with 4+ years industrial experience in protein characterization in the biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical space.
• PhD in chemistry or related science with 2+ years industrial experience in protein characterization in the biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical space
• Proficient with protein intact mass determination, protein digestion, protein sequence, post translational modification identification, HPLC and high resolution LCMSMS such as orbitrap.
• Oral and Written Communication Proficiency using the English Language.

Work Environment...

This job operates in a laboratory environment.

Physical Demands...

This position often requires standing for prolong periods of time; dexterity in fingers and hands to perform complex and precise manipulations; ability to walk and stood; ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs; see in the normal visual range including the ability to distinguish colors and shades and hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

AAP/EEO Statement

ARL Bio Pharma, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetics or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. ARL Bio Pharma, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetics or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Improper interference with the ability of ARL Bio Pharma, Inc. employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to any of these characteristics.