Senior Research Associate - Protein Biochemist

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We are seeking a motivated, technically adept Senior Research Associate - Protein Biochemist to develop and execute workflows for protein expression, purification, characterization, and high-throughput screening within our Protein Engineering team. The ideal candidate is an experienced protein biochemist who independently troubleshoots challenging proteins, develops fit-for-purpose strategies, and collaborates across discovery teams.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop, optimize, and scale protein expression, purification, characterization, and high-throughput screening workflows for diverse protein engineering candidates.

• Design multi-modal chromatography strategies and independently troubleshoot expression, solubility, purification, stability, aggregation, and sample-quality challenges.

• Execute biochemical and biophysical characterization, including SDS-PAGE, western blotting, analytical SEC, DLS, protein quantification, and related assays .

• Analyze results, identify trends, recommend next steps, and communicate findings through presentations and complete, timely record keeping.

• Collaborate across protein engineering, screening, and discovery teams; mentor junior scientists and provide technical guidance.

• Evaluate and implement new technologies, instrumentation, and workflows that expand the capabilities of the Protein Engineering team.

• Contribute to a collaborative, respectful, and scientifically rigorous team environment.

• Follow all company safety policies, protocols, and procedures and actively contribute to maintaining a safe laboratory environment.

What You’ll Bring:

• B.S. in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field with 3+ years of relevant protein purification experience, or a M.S. with 1+ years.

• Demonstrated expertise in recombinant protein expression, purification, and characterization across multiple expression systems.

• Hands-on experience developing chromatography methods using FPLC systems , protein concentration and buffer exchange, and multiple purification modalities.

• Strong proficiency with SDS-PAGE and Western blotting ; analytical SEC, DLS, or additional biophysical methods preferred.

• Ability to design experiments, troubleshoot complex problems, interpret data, and work independently with strong attention to quality and reproducibility.

• Strong critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills.

• Skilled to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

• Experience developing robust, reproducible, and scalable workflows and using electronic lab notebooks, data-management platforms, and Microsoft Office is necessary.

**Please note there is no visa sponsorship available for this role.

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

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Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.