Biochemist

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is currently looking for a Biochemist This is a contract role with a global leader in pharmaceutical products in Rahway NJ. Pay $40.30/hour Must haves skills: High-throughput screening and automated liquid handling (Biomek or Tecan liquid handling systems). Analytical methods (HPLC, LC-MS, spectrophotometry, gel electrophoresis, FPLC). Protein characterization and purification Experience with protein handling and biochemical, biophysical, and/or phenotypic protein characterization techniques (e.g., activity assays, SDS-PAGE, UV-Vis spectrophotometry). Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry or related field with +5 years’ of experience, or MS with +2 years of experience, or PhD. Required Experiences and Skills: Experienced in high-throughput screening and automated liquid handling (Biomek or Tecan liquid handling systems) and various analytical methods (HPLC, LC-MS, spectrophotometry, gel electrophoresis, FPLC). Proficient in preparing chemical and biochemical reactions Experience with protein handling and biochemical, biophysical, and/or phenotypic protein characterization techniques (e.g., activity assays, SDS-PAGE, UV-Vis spectrophotometry). Understanding of experimental design and data analysis principles Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent teamwork and multitasking Good documentation of experimental reports Software Skills: MS office (Word/Excel) Preferred Experience and Skills: Experience with one or more of the following: next-generation sequencing, directed evolution, protein expression or microfluidics Experience in protein characterization and purification Experience in protein expression platforms (yeast, bacillus, mammalian) is a plus Experience with data analysis using Python, R, Excel, or similar tools Industry experience is preferred. Responsibilities Biochemistry contractor The mission of the group is to invent, develop, and implement biomolecules and biocatalytic processes to advance Merck’s pipeline and our impact on the scientific community. This position in our biochemistry team is responsible for lysing E. coli cell pellets to liberate enzyme in solution or generate enzyme from in vitro transcription translation (ivTT) mix, setting up reactions using this solution as a catalyst solution, quenching reactions and prep them for HPLC analysis, running the HPLC, and analyzing the data generated in support of our protein directed evolution workflow. The candidate will perform high throughput workflows with 96 or 384 well formats using various automation instruments. The candidate will have hands-on, extensive experience with instrumentation essential for monitoring substrates and products profiles for reactions, especially Agilent UPLC systems. In this position, the candidate will have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of team members to effectively coordinate efforts and operate multiple projects. The candidate ensures activities of assignments are executed such that project deliverables and timelines are met. The candidate is responsible for good housekeeping and performing work in a safe manner in the work area by applicable safety equipment and personnel protective equipment (PPE). Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with over 35 years of experience investing in people and companies. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Allen Mudalel (610) 828-7356 amudalel@jsginc.com 515 Grove St. Suite 3G • Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 • jsginc.com