Scientist Protein Biochemistry 12-Month Contract

  • Hydrogen Group plc
  • Cambridge, Massachusetts
  • Full Time
Scientist - Protein Biochemistry | 12-Month Contract

Contract Type:

Contractor

Location:

Cambridge

Industry:

Pharmaceuticals

Contact Name:

Amber Mitchell

Contact Phone:

Date Published:

01-Jul-2025

Scientist - Protein Biochemistry | 12-Month Contract

Location: Cambridge, MA (Onsite)

Schedule: Standard Business Hours

We're hiring on behalf of a leading biotech company focused on the design and development of transformative medicines. Their BioDesign Protein & Cell Engineering group is seeking a creative and self-motivated Scientist to support the development of antibody-oligonucleotide conjugates aimed at enhancing therapeutic oligonucleotide delivery. As a w2 contract worker you are eligible to a benefits package including health/dental/vision/life insurance, a 401k vehicle and more.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment at the interface of protein biochemistry and cellular engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

Express antibodies in mammalian cells (shake flask cultures up to 3L)

Generate stable cell lines and produce plasmids

Use qPCR to assess gene knockdown in engineered cell lines and tissue lysates

Evaluate antibody binding to targets using flow cytometry

Required Qualifications:

Mammalian tissue culture experience

Strong documentation and communication skills

MS in Biology, Molecular/Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or related field with 3+ years of hands-on laboratory experience (a range of experience levels will be considered)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with CHO cell transient transfection and stable pool generation

Large-scale expression or bioreactor handling

Experience with qPCR or ddPCR

Familiarity with immunoassays (MSD, ELISA), flow cytometry, and antibody purification

Background in cell engineering or stable cell line development

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge therapeutic research within a mission-driven organization. Please apply with an updated resume to be considered.

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Job ID: 484293450
Originally Posted on: 7/7/2025

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