 |
 |
Company: Biogen Idec Position Title: Protein Crystallizer Location: Cambridge, MA Req. #6984BR Company Profile: Biogen Idec Inc. (NASDAQ: BIIB), a global biotechnology leader with leading products and capabilities in oncology, neurology and immunology, is committed to transforming scientific discovery into advances in healthcare. The company?s core capabilities include drug discovery, research, development, biomanufacturing and a global commercial infrastructure. Position Description: We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative crystallography associate scientist for our structural biology group in Cambridge, MA. Provide protein crystallization support for a gene-to-structure team working towards structure-based drug design. Requires a highly organized individual whose skills include: protein expression in E. coli and baculovirus, protein purification, and protein crystallization using robotics. The successful individual will be an effective communicator and problem-solver and have a demonstrated skill in crystallization and use database tools to track crystallization trials. An interest in data collection or structure refinement would be a significant asset. Qualifications: B.S.in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related discipline and 2-3 years relevant experience in a crystallography lab. Familiarity with all techniques and hardware/software relevant to purifying protein constructs for crystallization and obtaining crystals. Must be a team player with strong communication skills. Contact Laura Silvian: [log in to unmask]