Position Summary:

Leads projects in support of development of new products and evaluation of new technology for protein preparation, purification, and analysis.

• Participates in the design and execution of research and development projects for cell lysis, protein purification, protein clean-up, and protein analysis.
• Serves as Technical Leader on R&D project teams to develop reagents, assays, and kits that support membrane protein research and structural studies.
• Collaborates with biologists and chemists to develop novel tools to purify recombinant and endogenous proteins from cells and tissue.
• Maintains an in-depth knowledge of protein purification tools and strategies, membrane protein solubilization techniques, and protein interactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designs and performs laboratory experiments independently
• Serves as Technical Leader on R&D projects of increasing complexity and number
• Gives effective scientific presentations
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of relevant fields and techniques
• Collaborates with technical and commercial partners
• Independently writes technical methods for production, testing, and use of new products
• Attends scientific conferences and presents work through posters and publications
• Supports other departments such as manufacturing, technical service, and ASL by providing scientific guidance
• Contributes well considered ideas for new products and improvements to procedures
• Presents proposals and project updates to the NPC Steering committee
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Has a strong knowledge of protein biochemistry, regulation, cell biology and protein interaction technology. Knowledge and experience with membrane proteins is highly preferred.
• Experience in protein expression and purification, cell lysis and other sample preparation techniques.
• Follows recent developments in the protein biochemistry field and is aware of market trends and competitors.
• Solves problems in complicated situations through the application and integration of analytical skills, creativity and judgment
• Demonstrates leadership and team building skills.
• Adapts communication to accommodate audience diversity
• Experience in product development and/or project management is highly desirable.
• Sets broad example for others through thoroughness, accuracy, and commitment.
• PhD, MS degree and 3+ years of experience, or BS degree and 5+ years of experience