Scientist / Protein Biochemistry Duration: 24 months contract, extendable up to 48 months Location: Cambridge, MA Note: The client has the right-to-hire you as a permanent employee at any time during ...
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Scientist / Protein Biochemistry Duration: 24 months contract, extendable up to 48 months Location: Cambridge, MA Note: The client has the right-to-hire you as a permanent employee at any time during ...
Biochemist I (Must Have Chromatography, SOP, Protein Purification & Conjugation)
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
Biochemist I (Must Have Chromatography, SOP, Protein Purification & Conjugation)
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
Biochemist I (Must Have Pipetting, Diluting, Protein Purification & Chromatograph)
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
Biochemist I (Must Have Pipetting, Diluting, Protein Purification & Chromatograph)
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
Biochemist I (Must Have Chromatography, SOP, Protein Purification & Conjugation) - Urgent Need
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
Biochemist I (Must Have Chromatography, SOP, Protein Purification & Conjugation) - Urgent Need
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
Protein Scientist
Foster City, CA · On-site
$40 - $44/hr
Onsite Position - Foster City - M-F Associate Scientist (Contract) Protein Sciences Position ... biochemical and biophysical characterization of proteins and antibodies, including: o SDS-PAGE and ...
Protein Scientist
Foster City, CA · On-site
$40 - $44/hr
Onsite Position - Foster City - M-F Associate Scientist (Contract) Protein Sciences Position ... biochemical and biophysical characterization of proteins and antibodies, including: o SDS-PAGE and ...
Biochemist I
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens Or GC Holders Only) Biochemist I, Immunoassay Manufacturing and ... Experience with basic protein biochemistry techniques including spectrophotometry, chromatography ...
Biochemist I
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens Or GC Holders Only) Biochemist I, Immunoassay Manufacturing and ... Experience with basic protein biochemistry techniques including spectrophotometry, chromatography ...
Biochemist I
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
Biochemist I
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
Biochemist I - Urgent Need
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
Biochemist I - Urgent Need
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
... Contract Total Hours/week - 40.00 1st Shift Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm 3 Must ... Also, am interested primarily in lab experience in chemistry, protein biochemistry, and/or ...
... Contract Total Hours/week - 40.00 1st Shift Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm 3 Must ... Also, am interested primarily in lab experience in chemistry, protein biochemistry, and/or ...
Scientist I (Contract), Protein Analytical Development
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$62 - $68/hr
... Scientist I (Contract) within Protein Development and Clinical Manufacturing. The Analytical ... S in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field with minimum 8 years relevant ...
Scientist I (Contract), Protein Analytical Development
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$62 - $68/hr
... Scientist I (Contract) within Protein Development and Clinical Manufacturing. The Analytical ... S in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field with minimum 8 years relevant ...
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
Senior Scientist
Gaithersburg, MD · On-site
$98K - $135K/yr
Gaithersburg, MD Contract Duration: 12-36 months Rate: Negotiable Responsibilities: * Excellent ... S. in Protein Biochemistry or related Scientific discipline with 2+ years of experience, or * B.S ...
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Senior Scientist
Gaithersburg, MD · On-site
$98K - $135K/yr
Gaithersburg, MD Contract Duration: 12-36 months Rate: Negotiable Responsibilities: * Excellent ... S. in Protein Biochemistry or related Scientific discipline with 2+ years of experience, or * B.S ...
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens Or GC Holders Only) Biochemist I, Immunoassay Manufacturing and ... protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred. • Working ...
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens Or GC Holders Only) Biochemist I, Immunoassay Manufacturing and ... protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred. • Working ...
Scientist I (Contract), Protein Analytical Development
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$62 - $68/hr
... Scientist I (Contract) within Protein Development and Clinical Manufacturing. The Analytical ... S in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field with minimum 8 years relevant ...
Scientist I (Contract), Protein Analytical Development
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$62 - $68/hr
... Scientist I (Contract) within Protein Development and Clinical Manufacturing. The Analytical ... S in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field with minimum 8 years relevant ...
Chemist I - Urgent Need
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens Or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
Chemist I - Urgent Need
San Diego, CA · On-site
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens Or GC Holders Only) Work hours: Standard schedule; onsite, 8a-5pm ... Experience with protein biochemistry including protein purification and conjugation preferred.
Contract Duration : 12 months; Possible extension for an additional 1-2 years. Rate: $20-22/Hr W2 ... A strong understanding of protein biochemistry and protein structure, as well as significant ...
Contract Duration : 12 months; Possible extension for an additional 1-2 years. Rate: $20-22/Hr W2 ... A strong understanding of protein biochemistry and protein structure, as well as significant ...
Contract Duration : 12 months. Possible extension for an additional 1-2 years Job posting date : 2 ... A strong understanding of protein biochemistry and protein structure, as well as significant ...
Contract Duration : 12 months. Possible extension for an additional 1-2 years Job posting date : 2 ... A strong understanding of protein biochemistry and protein structure, as well as significant ...
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Protein Production Scientist
Lemont, IL · On-site
$27/hr
The team is searching for a contract scientist to support recombinant protein purification, sample ... or MS in Biochemical Engineering, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry. · Minimum of 1 year of ...
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Lemont, IL · On-site
$27/hr
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... Scientist (Contract) - Protein Sciences Position Summary We are seeking a highly motivated ... biochemical and biophysical characterization of proteins and antibodies, including: o SDS-PAGE and ...
Principal Scientist - Biophysics
Kalamazoo, MI · On-site
$105K - $130K/yr
... contract research organization that has delivered high-quality protein reagents to the ... D. in biophysics, biochemistry, structural biology, chemical biology, or a related field with a ...
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Principal Scientist - Biophysics
Kalamazoo, MI · On-site
$105K - $130K/yr
... contract research organization that has delivered high-quality protein reagents to the ... D. in biophysics, biochemistry, structural biology, chemical biology, or a related field with a ...
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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract protein biochemistry in the United States is $35.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.48 and $41.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Contract Protein Biochemistry vs Contract Molecular Biology?
| Aspect | Contract Protein Biochemistry | Contract Molecular Biology |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's or Master's in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related fields | Bachelor's or Master's in Molecular Biology, Genetics, or related fields |
| Work Environment | Laboratories focused on protein analysis, purification, and characterization | Laboratories working on DNA/RNA analysis, gene cloning, and genetic studies |
| Industry Usage | Pharmaceutical, biotech, research institutions | Research, diagnostics, biotech companies |
Contract Protein Biochemistry primarily involves studying and analyzing proteins, while Contract Molecular Biology focuses on genetic material like DNA and RNA. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and often operate in laboratory settings within biotech and research industries. The main difference lies in their focus areas: proteins versus nucleic acids.
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Posted 17 days ago
Job description
Position Details:
Our client, a world-leading Pharmaceutical Company in Cambridge, MA is currently looking for a Scientist to join their expanding team.
Job Title: Scientist / Protein Biochemistry
Duration: 24 months contract, extendable up to 48 months
Location: Cambridge, MA
Note:
The client has the right-to-hire you as a permanent employee at any time during or after the end of the contract.
You may participate in the company group medical insurance plan
Job Description:
Our client, a world-leading Pharmaceutical Company in Cambridge, MA is currently looking for a Scientist to join their expanding team.
Job Title: Scientist / Protein Biochemistry
Duration: 24 months contract, extendable up to 48 months
Location: Cambridge, MA
Note:
The client has the right-to-hire you as a permanent employee at any time during or after the end of the contract.
You may participate in the company group medical insurance plan
Job Description:
Bench Scientist III
Role Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join the Molecular Assessment and Profiling group within BioMedicine Design.
In this role, you will contribute to the selection of high-quality biotherapeutics candidates by providing in-depth physicochemical, thermal and colloidal stability assessments for a wide range of biotherapeutic modalities using a suite of established biophysical and analytical methods.
We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join the Molecular Assessment and Profiling group within BioMedicine Design.
In this role, you will contribute to the selection of high-quality biotherapeutics candidates by providing in-depth physicochemical, thermal and colloidal stability assessments for a wide range of biotherapeutic modalities using a suite of established biophysical and analytical methods.
This position offers opportunities for scientific growth, hands-on technical development, and increasing responsibility.
Your work will have a meaningful impact on advancing biotherapeutic programs from early discovery toward development.
Your work will have a meaningful impact on advancing biotherapeutic programs from early discovery toward development.
Role Responsibilities
Perform and interpret biophysical and analytical assays to characterize protein stability, including aSEC, CGE, CGEF, HPLC, DSC, and DLS.
Analyze experimental data and communicate results to help guide lead molecule selection.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives to increase lab efficiency and throughput.
Maintain accurate, clear documentation of experiments in an electronic lab notebook.
Assist with presentation materials to share findings within the team.
Perform and interpret biophysical and analytical assays to characterize protein stability, including aSEC, CGE, CGEF, HPLC, DSC, and DLS.
Analyze experimental data and communicate results to help guide lead molecule selection.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives to increase lab efficiency and throughput.
Maintain accurate, clear documentation of experiments in an electronic lab notebook.
Assist with presentation materials to share findings within the team.
Basic Qualifications
BA/BS with 5+ years or MS with 3+ years of relevant experience in biochemistry, biophysics or related discipline.
Good understanding of protein biochemistry and stability
Familiar with various protein characterization methods and analytical biochemistry techniques such as aSEC, DSC, CGE, cIEF and DLS
Strong attention to details (analytical-minded) with the ability to multitask efficiently.
Excellent communication, presentation and documentation skills.
BA/BS with 5+ years or MS with 3+ years of relevant experience in biochemistry, biophysics or related discipline.
Good understanding of protein biochemistry and stability
Familiar with various protein characterization methods and analytical biochemistry techniques such as aSEC, DSC, CGE, cIEF and DLS
Strong attention to details (analytical-minded) with the ability to multitask efficiently.
Excellent communication, presentation and documentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in therapeutic protein discovery and biochemistry research.
Knowledgeable with automation.
Prior experience in therapeutic protein discovery and biochemistry research.
Knowledgeable with automation.