Senior Research Associate, Biophysics
About The Position
Overview We are a fast-growing research and services division in WuXi AppTec and are working on developing cutting-edge multidisciplinary drug discovery platforms combining the latest technologies in biology, chemistry, biophysics, engineering, and informatics. We are seeking for a highly motivated and collaborative biophysics scientist to join us. This position is critical to the successful development, implementation and business operations of biophysics platforms and services for the business unit based in Natick, MA. Responsibilities Execute SPR, TSA and other biophysics studies, including protein-small molecule interactions, protein-protein interactions and fragment screening. Analyze and interpretate SPR and TSA data. Prepare client scientific reports. Present scientific data to clients. Work broadly and flexibly with the biophysics business group across different geographic regions. Advanced troubleshooting and planning skills Work with the team to develop and perform orthogonal target engagement, or additional binding assays in line with project requirements. Develop and maintain client relations. Qualifications Bachelor's with 5+ years/Master's with 3+ years of industry experience Experience in protein/small molecule biophysics or in vitro plate-based assays. Experience with SPR, TSA, MST and/or DLS a plus. Independent working style. Ability to troubleshoot technical challenges Experienced in data analysis, fitting methods, and report generation. Self-organization skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Excellent written and oral skills in English. Physical Requirements: Must be able to work in an office environment with minimal noise conditions. Must be able to work in Lab setting with exposure to biohazards, chemicals Must be able to wear appropriate PPE Must be able to work in environment with variable noise levels Ability to stand/sit/walk for long periods of time Ability to Lift 10 lbs. routinely Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach Ability to push/pull 10 lbs. routinely Clarity of Vision This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's with 5+ years/Master's with 3+ years of industry experience
- Experience in protein/small molecule biophysics or in vitro plate-based assays.
- Independent working style.
- Ability to troubleshoot technical challenges
- Experienced in data analysis, fitting methods, and report generation.
- Self-organization skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Excellent written and oral skills in English.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with SPR, TSA, MST and/or DLS a plus.
Responsibilities
- Execute SPR, TSA and other biophysics studies, including protein-small molecule interactions, protein-protein interactions and fragment screening.
- Analyze and interpretate SPR and TSA data.
- Prepare client scientific reports.
- Present scientific data to clients.
- Work broadly and flexibly with the biophysics business group across different geographic regions.
- Advanced troubleshooting and planning skills
- Work with the team to develop and perform orthogonal target engagement, or additional binding assays in line with project requirements.
- Develop and maintain client relations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
