Staff Scientist Protein Production

Staff Scientist Protein Production

IMB - Institute of Molecular Biology

Mainz, Germany

The position

The staff scientist will join an experienced team and focus their work on the purification and characterization of recombinant proteins produced in pro- and eukaryotic cells using various chromatographic methods and automated systems.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Establish purification protocols, quality control and functional assays for recombinant proteins using state-of-the-art technology;
• Benchmark pro- and eukaryotic expression systems for recombinant protein production;
• Consult and support researchers with project-specific protein production needs;
• Handle and maintain lab equipment and chromatography systems;
• Work as part of a team in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Completed doctoral studies in biochemistry, molecular biology, or related field;
• Experience in heterologous expression and purification of proteins using Fast Protein Liquid Chromatography systems;
• Experience in molecular cloning;
• Familiar with using software (MS Office, electronic lab notebook, in silico DNA-editing);
• Good team player and strong English communication skills.

​Desired Requirements

• Know-how in insect and mammalian cell culture;
• Experience in antigen design and antibody purification;
• Experience in biophysical characterization of proteins and protein-ligand interactions;
• Lab management skills.