Scientist II - Structural Biologist

Immediate need for a talented Scientist II - Structural Biologist . This is a 12+months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Waltham, MA (Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job ID: 25-76964

Pay Range: $65 - $68/hour.  Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute structural biology experiments to characterize AAV capsid proteins
• Utilize cryo-EM and other biophysical techniques to determine AAV capsid structures
• Analyze structure-function relationships to guide rational design of novel AAV vectors
• Collaborate with gene therapy and protein engineering teams to develop improved AAV vectors
• Present findings to internal teams and at scientific conferences
• Publish research in peer-reviewed journals

Key Requirements and Technology Experience: 

• Key Skills; AAV Capsid, structural biology, cryo-EM, X-ray crystallography, Protein Engineering
• PhD (or equivalent) in Structural Biology, Biophysics, or closely related field; no post-doctoral experience necessary
• Necessary expertise in cryo-EM, X-ray crystallography, or related structural biology techniques
• Preferred (but not essential) experience with structural characterization of viral capsids, preferably AAV
• Strong background in protein biochemistry and molecular biology
• Experience with structure-based protein engineering is highly desirable
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States
• Experience with computational modeling of protein structures
• Knowledge of gene therapy applications and vector development
• Familiarity with high-throughput screening approaches
• Track record of publications in structural biology or related fields

Our client is a leading healthcare Industry and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

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