Scientist II

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Scientist II for a contract assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical clients in South San Francisco, CA .

Responsibilities :
The Protein Sciences organization within the firm's Research and Early Development is seeking a highly motivated, scientifically curious, skilled, and productive research associate to advance efforts on drug discovery and gene therapy modalities in a contract role. This position offers hands-on experience in drug discovery. The candidate will be expected to work independently, to generate data and communicate results that drive project decisions.

• Cell culture, flow cytometry, AAV QC and transduction efficiency experiments
• Biophysical, biochemical & biological analyses such as SPR/BLI for PPI assessment, enzymatic activity assays
• Operating FPLC for protein purification
• Cloning and mutagenesis
• Independently design and execute well-controlled experiments
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and effectively communicate data
• Collaborate across research groups to support the development of therapeutics for both intracellular and extracellular targets
• Communicating with and presenting to collaborators across the research community

Required Skills :

• BS, MS, or PhD in molecular virology, biochemistry, protein engineering, molecular biology, or a related discipline, with significant wet-lab experience w/5 years of exp
• Knowledge of basic wet-lab skills including, but not limited to: protein purification (FPLC) and characterization, PCR, construct design, cloning, biochemical and biophysical assays
• Proficiency with mammalian cell culture, flow cytometry and experience working with adeno associated viruses (AAVs) is strongly preferred
• Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills required
• Motivated, collaborative, self-directed, efficient
• Meticulous, detail-oriented and organized, with excellent problem solving and analytical skills

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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