Scientist
Description:
Proteos, located in Kalamazoo, MI, is a contract research organization that provides recombinant protein expression and purification services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology organizations focusing on the early stages of drug discovery. We are currently seeking a Scientist to join our team.
Basic Qualifications - Education/Experience
- BS or MS with 2-5 years of relevant lab experience
- Comprehensive knowledge of scientific principles/concepts in the areas of cell biology, recombinant protein expression and/or protein biochemistry.
- Demonstrated proficiency producing recombinant proteins in mammalian and insect cell systems.
- Verified experience with protein purification using affinity and classical chromatography methods.
Additional Qualifications
- Ability to work safely in a laboratory environment
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 401k plan with company match
- Medical Insurance
- Paid time off including vacation time, sick time, volunteer time, and 9 company holidays
Additional Requirements
- Submission of a cover letter and resume
- Applicants will be asked to show proof that they can legally work in the US and provide an official transcript from the institution where they completed their highest degree
- Pass a drug screen and basic laboratory skills test
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
- Needs to be able to move around lab, dock area and cold room
- Ability to operate a computer and other lab equipment.
- Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder
- Frequent communication with peers and supervisor. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Must be able to detect subtle differences in opacity and position of pipet tip relative to gel wells and distinguish smells in the lab.
- Must be able to move equipment/buckets that weight up to 50 pounds
- Constant exposure to Biosafety Level 1 (BSL-1) and possible exposure to (BSL-2)
- Extended exposure to cold (4 °C)