Associate Scientist I / II, Protein Testing

Job Description

Job Description

Located in Seattle, Washington, Arzeda is solving some of today’s hardest and most meaningful problems – from food and nutrition to sustainable materials and homecare – by designing proteins that have the limitless potential to change everyone’s daily life. Our Intelligent Protein Design Technology™ merges computational protein design, machine learning, and synthetic biology tools to produce proteins, enzymes, and bio-based processes more efficiently than even Mother Nature.  A deep tech, mission-driven company, we are passionate about our mission to design novel proteins and products that enhance our lives and protect our planet.  At Arzeda, we value a strong desire to learn, innovate and be continuously challenged.

We are seeking a dedicated Associate Scientist I to join our collaborative Protein Testing team. In this role, your work will contribute to the design, testing, and commercialization of innovative protein products that have real-world impact. Your work will include expressing and purifying proteins from bacterial and yeast hosts, as well as characterizing and quantifying proteins. You’ll also have the chance to help build and customize our LIMS system to streamline data workflows.

Most of your time will be spent in the lab, engaging in diverse activities like protein expression, purification, and analysis while contributing to multiple exciting projects. The ideal candidate values teamwork, attention to detail, and enjoys working in a supportive environment where growth and collaboration are prioritized. This is a meaningful opportunity to help shape the next generation of sustainable products that will reach consumers and make a difference.

Responsibilities :

• Conduct small and mid-scale expression of bacteria and yeast strains.
• Perform small, mid, and large-scale purification of proteins from bacteria and yeast hosts.
• Perform basic protein quantification and characterization techniques (SDS-PAGE, labChip, plate based protein quant methods, etc ).
• Maintain accurate documentation of experimental results within our LIMS system.
• Support planning and execution of experiments.
• Support activities for biochemical assays.
• Contribute to reporting of experimental results and participate in technical discussions during project meetings.
• Maintain lab supplies, media, and reagents.
• Support team members with general project activities and other work as assigned.

Qualifications :

Nice-to-haves (but not required) :

Arzeda compensation and benefits include :

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.  We are not able to sponsor individuals for employment visas for this job.  This position is based in our Seattle, WA location - there is no relocation assistance offered at this time.

Arzeda is an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion in the workspace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding), genetic information, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other basis protected by law.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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