Scientist I/II, Protein Expression and Purification
$90k - $120kSan Diego Stealth Startup
Job Description
Job Description
Location: San Diego, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $90,000 to $120,000
Position Overview We are seeking a Scientist I/II, Enzyme Assay & Characterization to play a key role in developing and executing biochemical assays that support the company's multi-omics platform development. This individual will optimize and implement assays.The Scientist I/II will contribute directly to enzyme evaluation. This role offers opportunities for broad technical growth, including assay development, molecular biology, protein engineering and integration.
The candidate must be detail-oriented, analytical, and collaborative, thriving in a dynamic environment that values innovation, cross-disciplinary interaction, and scientific rigor.Key Responsibilities
- Clone, express, and screen protein constructs in bacterial expression systems.
- Optimize bacterial expression conditions.
- Execute purification workflows.
- Characterize protein quality.
- Optimize and implement biochemical assays.
- Develop, optimize, and validate spectroscopic and fluorescence-based assays.
- Troubleshoot and refine assays for reproducibility, sensitivity, and throughput.
- Collaborate closely with protein expression/purification, enzymology, protein engineering, and molecular biology teams.
- Document methods, maintain rigorous records, contribute to SOPs and prepare data summaries and reports.
- Support lab organization, maintain equipment, and ensure compliance with safety and reproducibility practices.
Qualifications
- B.S. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Enzymology, or related field with 2–6 years of relevant experience, OR M.S. with 0–4 years of relevant experience. Level of position will depend on educational credential and years of experience.
- Demonstrated experience optimizing and implementing biochemical assays.
- Hands-on experience with spectroscopic and fluorescence-based assays.
- Hands-on experience with gel electrophoresis and gel-based assays.
- Strong experience with data visualization software.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
Why Join Us
- Influence the foundational technologies and strategies of a company poised to shape the future of clinical genomics and healthcare.
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where innovation and scientific rigor are deeply valued.
- Join a seasoned and multidisciplinary team tackling high-impact problems at the intersection of science and engineering.
- Competitive compensation and equity package, comprehensive benefits, and flexibility to support work-life integration.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We thrive on diversity and collaboration.
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