Protein Scientist
VRS-UK
Cambridge
Job type
contract
Location
Cambridge, England
Are you an experienced Protein Scientist looking to make an impact in drug discovery?
We're recruiting on behalf of a successful pharmaceutical company seeking a talented scientist to join its Molecular Sciences team. You'll play a key role in developing recombinant protein expression and purification strategies to support structural biology, biophysics and early-stage drug discovery programmes.
What you'll be doing:
* Develop recombinant protein expression in prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems
* Optimise protein purification using AKTA chromatography
* Produce high-quality proteins for structural biology and biophysical studies
* Support multidisciplinary drug discovery projects
* Collaborate with internal scientists and external partners
What we're looking for:
* PhD with relevant postdoctoral or industry experience
* Strong background in recombinant protein expression and purification
* Experience with chromatographic techniques and protein characterisation e.g. AKTA
* Experience with membrane proteins or multi-subunit protein complexes is essential
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Desirable experience: Cryo-EM, X-ray crystallography, NMR, SPR, ITC, mass spectrometry, TSA/DSF, nanodiscs, AI/ML for construct design, FBDD or SBDD.
This role is offered on a 2-year fixed term contract.
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