Senior Sr Scientist Structural Chemistry
Overview
Lead structural biology initiatives to design and develop innovative therapeutic solutions. Own end-to-end structure determination using cryo-EM and X-ray crystallography. Drive integration of structural insights into drug discovery pipelines. Shape collaborative culture within a high-growth biotech environment. Impact patient outcomes through cutting-edge research.
What You'll Do6
- 1Design and execute cryo-EM workflows including grid preparation data collection image processing 3D reconstruction and model building
- 2Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate structural findings into medicinal chemistry strategies
- 3Maintain and optimize cryo-EM instrumentation and protocols
- 4Present structural data to internal stakeholders and contribute to peer-reviewed publications
- 5Manage complex projects independently while meeting aggressive timelines
- 6Develop scalable solutions for protein structure analysis across multiple therapeutic targets
Requirements5
- 1PhD in Structural Biology or related field with postdoctoral training in atomic resolution structure determination
- 2Minimum 3 years experience in structural biology with preference for biopharma applications
- 3Extensive hands-on expertise in single-particle cryo-EM techniques
- 4Proven track record in recombinant protein engineering and characterization
- 5Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
Salary Insight
$169 - $219k per year
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