Senior Protein Chemist

About:

Athens Research and Technology, Inc. (ART) is a dynamic life science company based out of historic Athens, Georgia, US.

We specialize in producing native human and animal proteins critical to academic research and manufacturing in the Clinical Diagnostic, Cell Culture Media, Antibodies, and Standards/Calibration industries. Our custom purification programs support our long-standing distinguished industry partners as well as our growing base of inspired customers.

Since 1986, ART products have been sought after by prominent academic researchers and biotech companies for high-impact research published in Nature, Science, Cell, and a myriad of other journals. ART proteins have been crucial for the advancement of Alzheimer’s, cancer, cardiac, pulmonary, and Covid-19 research worldwide. Most recently, ART won the Georgia 2022 Globe Award for its excellence in growing international sales.

Proteins are the core of our success. Approaching our fourth decade, Athens Research and Technology is widely considered a pioneer of purification processes. ART is dedicated to the discovery and refinement of advance protein purification methods, enabling us to isolate even the most complex and least abundant proteins in the human body.

Our ambition is to ensure we have outstanding and passionate people working in the best teams and we are constantly looking for new talent to join us. We offer competitive salaries, outstanding benefits, and compensation package commensurate with qualified candidates’ experience. Please join us, if you are motivated by our shared passion of providing the highest quality proteins to researchers around the world helping them conduct critical research that improves human health worldwide.

Position Overview: Athens Research is currently seeking a senior protein chemist (PC) to lead one of our production teams responsible for protein purification and characterization. These teams have full operational responsibility for one of our key protein families, providing the highest quality protein products in support of both academic researchers and commercial customers around the world. This proven leader and qualified candidate will use their experience and knowledge of proteins and purification techniques to lead, teach, troubleshoot, and continuously improve their operations.

Description of responsibilities:

• Lead a production team of junior protein chemists and technicians to purify and characterize target proteins and antibodies
• Design and modify purification protocols to meet customer requirements
• Perform and/or oversee standard operations as described in relevant protein purification procedures. Including the following, as a minimum:
• Column Chromatography via AKTA System and LPLC
• Upstream process separation techniques such as homogenization, cell lysis, and centrifugation.
• Sample analysis via Chromatogram, UV Spectroscopy and SDS PAGE.
• Perform QC Assays: Including, but not limited to Western Blot, Activity Assays, Inhibitor, and Protein Concentration Assays.
• Perform experimental work to develop new purification protocols and optimizing of existing protocols.
• Work on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors, and exercises critical thinking skills to determine appropriate conclusion and follow-up action.
• Create, manage, and adhere to good documentation practices
• Comply with all safety guidelines.

Education

• B.S. in Biology, Chemistry or equivalent with 5+ years’ protein purification experience
• M.S. in Biology, Chemistry or equivalent with 3+ years’ protein purification experience
• Or an appropriate combination of education and protein purification experience

Experience:

• Developing and leading production work teams
• Background in column chromatography and related purification techniques
• Strong background in protein biochemistry, antibody and protein purification

Work Environment:

• Must be able to work with different types of chemicals (acids, bases, solvents, toxic Chemicals, etc.).
• Must be able to work with human and animal biological fluids and tissues.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn when applicable.
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing may be required at times.
• Must be able to lift to 35 lbs. at times

Benefits:

• IRA w/ Company Matching
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Insurance: HSA w/ Company Contribution
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Program
• Parental Leave
• Relocation Assistance

Schedule:

• 8 Hour Shift
• Mondays to Friday

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For more information on Athens Research & visit our website at www.athensresearch.com

ART is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.