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Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a Biochemist I- Purification.

Job Description:

Job Title: Biochemist I- Purification                                                          

Job Type: Contract                                                    

Job Location: San Diego, CA

Work Schedule: Onsite

Pay Rate: $26, Based on experience

Description:

• Looking for a self-motivated individual with production experience in a fast-moving and dynamic environment to join our purification team.
• The Biochemist I will be an integral member of a team that manufactures and provides purified antibodies to enable studies for novel applications in precision medicine, oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and stem cell research.   
• This position will report to a team leader and will ensure the highest quality of our finalized antibody products. This is a great opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment for you to enhance your knowledge in the biotechnology industry.
• In this position you will perform antibody purification via column chromatography both manually and automatically, troubleshoot problematic errors, continue to improve methodologies for efficiency, follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)s, and cross train on a variety of other supporting tasks.  

Essential Functions 

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• Follow and understand SOPs and batch records, complying with ISO policies and procedures 
• Expected to be proficient in purification of monoclonal, polyclonal, and recombinant antibodies both manually and automatically 
• Perform all essential functions related to antibody purification, including but not limited to the following: procuring appropriate reagents and tools, dilution, endotoxin testing, concentration, and buffer exchange of antibodies 
• Possess both a basic understanding of antibody protein structures and how antibody purification is performed. 
• Perform basic math calculations to calculate the amount of antibodies, concentrations, dilutions, etc. 
• Capable of using lab equipment including but not limited to: AKTA(s), analytical balance, centrifuge, spectrophotometer, nanodrop, UV detector, chart recorder, biosafety cabinet, and pH Meter. 
• Capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously both individually and in a team environment. 
• Assist in troubleshooting discussions. 
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

• Read and understand SOP's related to antibody purification processes
• Utilizing Basic Lab Equipment including, but not limited to:  AKTA(s), analytical balance, centrifuge, spectrophotometer, nanodrop, UV detector, chart recorder, biosafety cabinet, and pH Meter. 

Education

• Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience 
• Associate’s degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or other related area, biotech certification, or equivalent work experience. 
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant lab experience with column chromatography, analytical assays, and detection methods in a manufacturing setting or full-time academic environment. 

Preferred Qualifications- Education and Experience 

• Bachelor’s of science degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or other related area, biotech certification, or equivalent experience. 
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP databases to execute production orders. 
• Experience working with aseptic technique in biosafety cabinet, basic protein purification, analytical assays such as endotoxin testing, SDS page, IEF, and SEC. 
• Ability to perform column chromatography and the ability to use lab equipment such as AKTA, various sizes of columns, balance, pipette, spectrophotometer, Nanodrop, UV detector, agarose gel electrophoresis, endotoxin (LAL) tests, and pH meter. 
• Ability to meet important deadlines and due dates. 
• Strong multitasking/prioritization skills. 
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

About Maxonic:

Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.

Interested in Applying?                    

Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Waseem Sheikh for more details.

Maxonic, Inc. is a certified minority-owned technology consulting and staffing firm founded in 2002. We provide technology consulting and staffing services to Fortune 500 companies across the country. We collaborate with clients to design, develop and implement business-driven technology solutions. We have deep domain expertise with multiple big data platforms and have strong partnerships with industry leaders in the space. The founders have over 40 years of experience helping clients and consultants succeed. Our commitment is to provide customers with an honest, personalized, face-to-face, long-term relationship and provide consultants with ethical, respectful, and stress-free care. We believe in the power of building successful careers for everyone.

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