Research Biologist - Protein Science
BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Birmingham, Alabama
research
protein science
science
biology
research
drug discovery
characterization
design
patients
chemistry
structures
molecular
therapeutic areas
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September 23, 2022
BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Birmingham, Alabama
Company
- Design, validate, and conduct in vitro biological and immunological assays for the pharmacological characterization of new biological drug candidates for multiple research programs.
- Develop and optimize analytical methods for biologics characterization and screen compounds in single concentration and concentration-response schemes, analyze and report data.
- Conduct cell-based assays to enable drug discovery efforts to measure the functional consequences of inhibition of diverse targets, including signaling pathways and enzyme activities. These assays include ELISA, Western blot analysis, real time PCR, AlphaScreen, etc.
- Assists protein science group in protocol development and related reports for preclinical studies
- Participates in technology development in biology. Maintains broad knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
- Implements procedures for monitoring projects in house and with contract facilities to inform management of current project status.
- Direct and maintain Biosafety Containment II Area within the tissue culture facility.
- All other duties as assigned.
- PhD (or an equivalent combination of education and experience) in biochemistry, biology, immunology, or pharmacology with a proven track record of publication.
- In-depth knowledge and working experience in molecular biology, protein chemistry, cell biology. The ideal candidate will have working experience in developing biological assays for drug discovery programs.
- Experience or deep knowledge in biophysical characterization of protein-protein and protein-small molecule interactions by Surface-plasmon resonance (SPR), Isothermal titration calorimetry (ITC), thermal shift assay (TSA), etc.
- Deep knowledge in protein expression and purification, protein functional characterization. The experience of protein expression and purification would be a plus.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization.
- Demonstration of organizational and project management skills with flexibility in working with organizations and/or partners with different cultures, values, mindsets, and approaches.
- Detailed-oriented with meticulous oversight, coordination, and tracking abilities.
- Ability to work independently under limited supervision.
- Ability to invest time, as required, and expedites and/or completes assignments whenever necessary to meet corporate objectives.
- Ability to work in a challenging environment with frequent interruptions, changing priorities and deadlines.
- Must be able to lift 10 to 15 lbs (tanks, solutions, etc).
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