Pharma Protein Expression Biochemist

Cogent Scientific, an insourced contract research organization, is looking for the right people to accomplish our Mission: to support the life sciences industry by cultivating and empowering exceptional scientists to deliver specialized laboratory services that advance research, foster collaboration, and accelerate innovation through quality and a shared commitment to excellence. We can offer you the chance to build on your skills and knowledge while working among experts in their fields and with cutting-edge instrumentation.

Cogent Scientific offers competitive pay, attractive benefits (such as medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k); parental leave; PTO and paid holidays; etc.) and an exciting work environment. This position may include relocation benefits as well.

• Client Focused:
  We only succeed when our clients succeed.
• Outstanding:
  We deliver meticulous results through outstanding performance.
• Good:
  We act ethically and morally.
• Employee-Centric:
  We honor and support our employees.
• Nimble:
  We are prepared to adapt in an ever-changing industry.
• Team-Oriented:
  We collaborate with each other and with our clients.

We currently have a role available for a Pharma Protein Expression Biochemist.

Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Providing recombinant protein expression, expression QC, small scale purification for multiple projects, simultaneously, within the protein sciences group to provide high quality proteins to structural biology & enzymology.
• Executing projects in an efficient manner, working within aggressive timelines.
• Rapidly communicating/recording scientific results and insights to the team.
• Preparing reports for internal and external purposes including regulatory submissions.
• Participating in project-based and technical team meetings to identify and solve problems and communicating on-going work and progress.

Job requirements include, but are not limited to:

• BS-Biochemistry, Molecular/Cellular Biology or a related field with minimum of 1-2 years of industrial lab experience outside of academia. MS in the same fields with 1 year of industrial lab experience outside of academia will also be considered.
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written.
• Works well both as a team and as an individual.
• Demonstration of excellent team player skills, very strong attention to detail, very strong problem-solving skills, a high level of learning agility, and the ability to work across functions. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with the leadership and communication skills necessary to operate effectively in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment with flexibility and an adaptable approach to goal delivery.

This is a day shift position (approx. 8a-5p local time).

Cogent Scientific provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on any legally protected characteristic.

Additionally, if you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

This job posting will remain open until 8/28/2026 or until a qualified candidate has been selected, whichever comes first.