SPR Scientist in Protein Technologies Center
SPR Scientist in Protein Technologies Center
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$ 86320 - 154960
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Job Description
The Worlds Brightest Minds Always Innovate
At St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital we know what can be achieved when the brightest scientific minds face the fewest barriers. Thats why we provide world-class facilities. State-of-the-art technologies. Extraordinary support. And a collaborative bench-to-bedside environment where you can see firsthand how your science translates into survival for the children we serve. Quite simply at St. Jude we encourage you to dream big and stop at nothing when it comes to finding cures and saving children.
This position is a hands-on laboratory role suitable for an individual who enjoys both the design and execution of assays while closely collaborating with fellow scientists and investigators. The selected candidate will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of SPR instruments and must possess the capability to independently plan optimize and carry out experiments aimed at measuring kinetic and equilibrium binding constants. Additionally the individual will explore develop and apply novel methods and technologies to advance the understanding of protein-ligand interactions oligomerization stoichiometry and stability.
Responsibilities:
- Independently design execute and analyze high- to medium-throughput biosensor-based molecular interaction assays utilizing SPR instruments.
- Oversee daily operations maintenance and scheduling for all biophysical instruments within the center.
- Engage in the preparation of manuscripts and the presentation of findings in various professional forums.
Ideal Candidate:
- Proficient hands-on experience with Biacore instruments (T200 S200 8K or 1K) and/or other systems such as Carterra LSA Bruker Nicoya or Sartorius SF3 for analyzing diverse molecular interactions.
- A good understanding of macromolecular structure protein-ligand interactions and biophysical characteristics.
- A proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
Minimum Education and/or Training:
- Bachelors degree in relevant scientific area is required.
- PhD strongly preferred.
Minimum Experience:
- Eight (8) years of relevant work experience is required with a Bachelors degree.
- Six (6) years of relevant work experience is required with a Masters degree.
- Three (3) years of relevant work experience is required with a PhD.
Benefits
Your health and well-being are important to us. Thats why St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital provides employees with high-quality benefits choices.
We are committed to ensuring our benefits are competitive and affordable. St. Jude continues to cover medical premiums for employees and offers low additional costs for dependents.
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Compensation
In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets experience and training licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $86320 - $154960 per year for the role of SPR Scientist in Protein Technologies Center.Explore our exceptional benefits!
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Employment Type
Full-Time
