A clinical-stage biotechnology company headquartered in the Bay Area is seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist, Proteomics to lead proteomics activities supporting preclinical drug discovery programs. In this role, you will develop, optimize, and implement global and targeted proteomics workflows, operate advanced LC-MS instrumentation, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to generate scientific insights that advance innovative oncology therapies.
This position is onsite and requires regular attendance at the company’s South San Francisco research facility.
Industry: Discovery and Development
Location: South San Francisco, CA
Compensation:$65 per hour
Type: 12-Month Contract
What You’ll Do:
- Lead the development and implementation of proteomics workflows supporting preclinical drug discovery programs
- Develop and optimize in-house workflows for global, targeted, and enrichment-based proteomics applications
- Perform sample preparation for global proteomics and enrichment-based applications, including phosphoproteomics
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot high-resolution mass spectrometry platforms and associated liquid chromatography systems
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external research partners to optimize and expand proteomics platforms and workflows
- Analyze experimental results and communicate scientific findings to multidisciplinary project teams
- Author, review, and maintain standard operating procedures and experimental protocols
- Ensure research activities, experimental methods, and results are accurately documented in electronic systems
- Present experimental data and scientific insights during project and department meetings
- Manage multiple scientific priorities while maintaining high standards of quality, reproducibility, and scientific rigor
- Contribute to a collaborative culture focused on scientific excellence and innovation
- Ph.D. in biochemistry, chemistry, biology, or a related scientific discipline
- Demonstrated scientific productivity through publications and/or significant research contributions
- Experience developing and optimizing proteomics workflows
- Hands-on experience preparing samples for global and enrichment-based proteomics applications, including phosphoproteomics
- Hands-on experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting high-resolution mass spectrometry platforms and associated liquid chromatography systems
- Demonstrated ability to independently solve complex scientific and technical challenges
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to scientific rigor
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary scientific teams
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with automation technologies used in proteomics workflows
- Experience analyzing and interpreting proteomics datasets
- Knowledge of protein-interaction workflows, including immunoprecipitation mass spectrometry, cross-linking mass spectrometry, and proximity-labeling approaches
- Experience with targeted LC-MS acquisition methods
- Experience with intact protein mass spectrometry workflows
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Estimated Min Rate: $60.00
Estimated Max Rate: $65.00
What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- MetLife Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
- Referral Bonus Programs
- Certification and training opportunities
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
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