Biochemistry Research Scientist

Research Assistant - Biochemistry Division

The biochemistry division is seeking a research assistant to express and purify carbohydrate‑related enzymes. The individual in this position will also work as a member of the production team responsible for a diverse line of products.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Expression, purification and biochemical characterization of the proteins/enzymes.
• Writing and executing protocols with minimal guidance.
• Assist with product management in support of catalog sales.
• Maintain detailed documentation of working protocols, vialing records, and substrate inventory.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum MS in biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular biology or related field.
• Experience in molecular biology.
• Experience in life‑science industry preferred.
• Experience in glycobiology preferred.
• “Good hands” at the bench and an ability to perform careful and consistent experiments.
• Able to manage timelines productively and bring projects to completion.
• Demonstrate significant skills in production while adhering to safe laboratory practices and environmental safeguards.

Minority applications are welcome. As an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, Chemly Glycoscience is committed to diversity and equality in employment and sensitive to the needs of minority.

Job Type: Full‑time

We are seeking an independent scientist to optimize coupled enzyme reaction systems to produce key carbohydrate‑based molecules and assess their potential biological relevance. Research will center on the integration of known and cloned pathways of sugar‑metabolizing enzymes with the possibility of expanding pathways based on emerging research targets.

This position is intended to allow an experienced biochemistry researcher the freedom to integrate and expand a library of enzymes to produce known and novel compounds using company inside‑knowledge. The position also offers the opportunity to leverage the mentorship and expertise of a resourced research environment while exploring industry as a potential career prospect.

The individual selected will benefit from regular interactions with chemistry and biochemistry research teams, including academic and industry experts. Publications are highly encouraged. Mentorship and experimental (lab) support will be available across Chemily teams.

Qualifications

Prerequisites:

• PhD in biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular biology, or relevant field.

Skills/Knowledge Required

• Demonstrated experience in protein expression and purification.
• Demonstrated experience in enzyme‑catalyzed reactions and kinetics.
• Competent HPLC user, able to troubleshoot and maintain equipment.
• Working knowledge and understanding of glycoscience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills in the English language.
• Previous experience in carbohydrate chemistry and preparative scales is a plus.

Chemily is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Job Type: Internship

Required education:

• Doctorate

Required experience:

• enzyme‑catalyzed reactions: 3 years
• HPLC: 3 years
• Please email your resume or CV to

The biochemistry division is seeking a biochemist specialized in using mammalian cell lines to express protein to produce carbohydrate‑related enzymes, carbohydrate‑based pharmaceuticals and glycoprotein vaccines. The individual in this position will also work as a member of the production team responsible for a diverse line of products.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Product management responsibilities for products in support of catalog sales.
• Writing and executing protocols with minimal guidance.
• Perform quality analysis utilizing HPLC, LCMS Single Quad System.
• Design and construction of expression constructs of the reconstructed genes.
• Expression, purification and biochemical characterization of the encoded enzymes.
• Maintain detailed documentation of working protocols, vialing records, and substrate inventory.
• Purif…