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South San Francisco, CA | United States
Job description
Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Research Associate
Position type: Full time Contract
Duration: 12 months
Location: South San Francisco, CA
As a Research Associate, you will:
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
We are seeking a talented and motivated individual keen on utilizing structural mass spectrometry, specifically hydrogen-deuterium exchange (HX or HDX), to analyze interactions between small molecules and target proteins.
The ideal candidate will support early discovery research through HDX and collaborate closely with computational scientists using the resulting data for structural predictions.
This role's primary responsibilities revolve around conducting and analyzing various hydrogen exchange experiments on an assortment of cellular protein targets through mass spectrometry.
Detailed knowledge of mass spectrometry and the standard tools utilized in protein biochemistry is a necessity for this role. If you are detail-oriented with interests in protein analytical chemistry and biophysics, we encourage you to apply.
Individuals who wish to gain experience in computer programming and data analysis will find this role beneficial. Moreover, those with existing programming skills will relish the opportunity to refine these skills, since our data analysis pipeline is developed in-house, providing ample chances for continuous improvement in this area.
Skills:
This role requires a comprehensive command of the basic lab skills needed to modify and implement generic protein biochemistry workflows for specific situations. Such skills may include the ability to perform buffer exchange, measure concentrations, carry out serial dilutions, and prepare buffers.
Previous experience with mass spectrometry and chromatographic separations is a requirement.
Experience with robotics, hydrogen exchange experiments, and/or computer programming in python would be an added advantage.
Here are some of the chemicals that the candidate will be working with. They may work with different chemicals in the the future.
Guanidine hydrochloride
Guanidine thiocyanate
hydrochloric acid
acetic acid
trifluoroacetic acid
phosphate
tris(2-carboxyethyl)phosphine
2-[4-(2-hydroxyethyl)piperazin-1-yl]ethanesulfonic acid
Pierce FlexMix calibration solution
pH meter calibration solution
methanol
acetonitrile
ammonium bicarbonate
carbonic acid
deuterium oxide
Sodium hydroxide
Sodium deuteroxide
glycine
Histidine acetate
Boric acid.
Deuterium oxide
experimental compounds synthesized on-demand at trace concentrations.
peptides that are synthesized to order.
recombinant proteins ranging in size from 10-200 kilodaltons in low concentrations.
deoxyribonucleic acids
Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW.
Thank you!
Namrata Gautam
Senior Associate Recruitment
PHONE: (+1)
314-523-1818
EMAIL:
PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $48- $58 per hour
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centres across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.
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$48 - $58 per hour
