What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Scientist position at Encodia Inc?
Description
About Encodia
Encodia is a rapidly growing platform company that is developing a new generation of protein analysis tools based on single-molecule protein sequencing. Our goal is to make protein analysis easy and ubiquitous by using a novel reverse-translation technology that turns peptide sequences into DNA. The DNA can be read by a DNA sequencer, providing a path to breakthrough proteomics research at a scale that is not practical or cost-effective using current technologies.
Summary
We are seeking a highly analytical, cross-functional, formulation specialist to join our rapidly growing organization, and implement robust best practices for reagent formulation of complex biomolecule mixtures.
Your Responsibilities
- Establishing preformulation and formulation procedures and process optimization methods to develop and commercialize consumable kit reagents, including proteins, nucleic acids, small molecules, etc.
- Implementing analytical instrumentation/QC methods to assess stability, solubility and functional performance of active components
- Directing investment in equipment, and managing maintenance, layout, usage and process improvement
- Scaling production and transferring procedures to a manufacturing environment
- Working effectively with a cross-functional team of science and engineering technical experts in a fast-paced, matrixed organization
- Driving core competency and insource/outsource decision making
Requirements
- PhD in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry or related discipline with 5 years’ of prior industry experience
- Demonstrated history of leadership in formulation process development, including screening, verification and validation
- Detailed knowledge of protein and nucleic acid biochemistry and interactivity with buffers, salts, excipients, etc., including DOE of complex system optimization
- Detailed knowledge of biophysics-based analytical instrumentation
- Prior experience in GLP/GMP environments, a plus
- Highly motivated, proactive, agile team player with excellent communication skills to translate organizational directives to scalable automated solutions
Encodia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive and comprehensive employee benefits package including medical plans, dental insurance, vision plans, LTD, paid vacation, and a stock plan.
We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.
Encodia requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before their start date. We will reasonably accommodate employees who cannot get vaccinated because of medical reasons or sincerely-held religious beliefs to the extent that any such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship for the company.