Research Associate, Biotech Research, Research Scientist

We are seeking a Research Associate to support early-stage drug discovery programs within a Protein Sciences environment. This position will focus on the execution of protein science work plans, including recombinant protein expression, experimental execution, preliminary data analysis, and delivery of high-quality scientific results. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in protein biochemistry, structural biology, or biophysics and hands‑on experience with proteinexpressionusing insect and/or mammalian cell systems.

• Execute approved experimental work plans supporting early drug discovery projects.
• Support multiple concurrent projects across different therapeutic areas and modalities while effectively prioritizing deliverables.
• Design, execute, and optimize protein expression workflows to produce high-quality recombinant proteins.
• Work with protein expression systems including insect cell platforms such as baculovirus and/or Drosophila S2 cells.
• Work with mammalian expression systems including HEK 293 and CHO cells.
• Perform preliminary data analysis and prepare results for internal scientific review.
• Deliver accurate and timely experimental results that meet established quality standards and project specifications.
• Identify opportunities to optimize and continuously improve experimental workflows and provide recommendations to senior scientific team members.
• Make appropriate day‑to‑day technical decisions within assigned areas of responsibility.
• Properly operate and maintain laboratory equipment in accordance with established training and procedures.
• Follow laboratory safety policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), risk assessments, and good laboratory practices.

• Bachelor’s or Master’sdegree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Protein Sciences, Structural Biology, Biophysics, or a related scientific discipline.
• Ideally 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of protein biochemistry, structural biology, biophysics, or a closely related field.
• Hands‑on experience with recombinant protein expression.
• Experience with insect cell expression systems, including baculovirus and/or Drosophila S2, and/or mammalian expression systems such as HEK 293 and CHO.
• Ability to understand the scientific and technical rationale behind experiments.
• Experience accurately executing established experimental work plans and protocols.
• Ability to work with some independence and make day‑to‑day technical decisions.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to consistently produce high-quality experimental results.
• Ability to manage priorities and contribute effectively across multiple projects in a collaborative laboratory environment.