Senior Research Associate/Associate Scientist, Molecular Biology

CK Science is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic associate scientist with experience in molecular biology. The successful candidate will join a Protein Science team, and will be primarily responsible for generating DNA constructs to make proteins andcell lines in support of our clients therapeutic programs. 

As an integral member of the company's growing research team, this individual will also work closely with Biology and Protein Engineering to help further advance our clients discovery efforts and develop their platform technologies.  This role will be on a full time, permanent basis located in Boston, MA.

The company are growing a vibrant team looking for scientists who:

• want to see the direct impact of their work
• are proactive and thoughtful
• get things done
• work well in a close environment at a rapid pace
• bring “can-do” problem solving to work every day

Responsibilities will include:

• Design, register and maintain antibodies and antigens in electronic notebook registry
• Follow molecular cloning protocols for DNA assembly and production
• Help manage working glycerol and plasmid stocks, and DNA production reagents
• Work cross functionally to support Protein Science and Biology teams
• Depending on candidateinterest and program needs, contribute to downstream workflows from molecular biology including protein production, cell line generation, or lentiviral production
• Maintain records, prepare reports, make presentations to update multi-functional project teams and leadership
• Contribute to group goals through collaboration, shared expertise and exchange of ideas

Requirements:

• B.S. or M.S. in molecular biology, biochemistry, biology or related discipline with a minimum of 4 years’ experience,preferably in a biotech or pharmaceutical setting
• Expertise with molecular biology techniques such as cloning, PCR, Gibson assembly, DNA purification is required
• Experience working with electronic notebook registry is required, experience with Benchling is preferred
• Experience with cell culturing techniques is preferred
• Ability to work independently, design, execute, interpret and troubleshoot experiments
• Excellent verbal and written communication, strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Entitlement to work in the USA is essential. For more information or to apply for this position, please contact Amy Lloyd or Rob Angrave on  +1 617 692 2948 or email USA@ckscience.com.  Please quote 51600 in all correspondence. 

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