Senior Research Associate, Biophysics

WuXi AppTec • Natick, MA

2d • $21 - $28

About The Position

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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees