Research Associate - Protein Purification

Amide Technologies is a Massachusetts-based biotech company focused on synthesizing peptides that are difficult to obtain through existing means, bridging the gap between traditional solid phase peptide synthesis and biological expression. By using unnatural amino acids and artificial protein backbones, our team is expanding possibilities in peptide drug design.

Research Associate

Amide is seeking an exceptional individual to join our growing team as a Research Associate/Technician. The successful candidate will be a key contributor to various research projects and be responsible for executing laboratory experiments, analyzing and reporting results, and working within a larger team on a regular basis. Applicants should be team players able to excel in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate FPLC and LCMS instrumentation to purify/analyze peptides and proteins

• Form disulfide bonds and refold proteins received from Purification team

• Troubleshoot challenging technical, experimental, and instrumental issues

• Meticulously record, analyze, and organize data

• Prepare and maintain laboratory reagents and instruments

• Regularly discuss progress of work

Requirements

• BS or MS degree or equivalent experience in biology, biochemistry, or related field

• May have experience working with proteins, including purification, refolding, or characterization assays

• May have experience in FPLC, LCMS, UV-VIS, SDS-PAGE

• May have experience using AKTA instrumentation and familiarity with Unicorn software

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Enthusiasm, independence, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced, team environment

• Committed to working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team

The position is full time and the Research Associate will be based at the company’s headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts, USA. Flexibility with regard to working hours is required. The Research Associate will report to the Senior Scientist - Peptide Chemistry.

Amide Technologies offers a challenging and exciting role in one of the Northeast’s most innovative biotech companies. The company offers a competitive compensation package including salary, bonus and equity.

Amide deeply values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.