Senior Scientist, Protein Sciences

pfizer.co.ke

Base: $93,600.00 - $156,000.00; bonus/equity: 12.5...
On premise
Protein expression and purification
Integral membrane proteins
Reconstitution in non-detergent formulations
Pfizer is seeking a Senior Scientist in Protein Sciences to lead protein expression and purification operations while mentoring junior colleagues and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role requires extensive experience in protein characterization and purification techniques, with a focus on integral membrane proteins

Job Summary

  • As a Senior Scientist, you will be responsible for protein expression construct design and purification, protein quality control, and generation/screening of mutant libraries to advance Pfizer's portfolio of difficult targets.
  • You will represent Protein Sciences at the project team level, guiding new targets from gene through screening, troubleshooting challenges, and mentoring junior scientists.
  • The role offers a competitive salary range, bonus target, long-term incentive program, and comprehensive benefits including 401(k), paid time off, and health coverage.

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Pfizer is seeking a Senior Scientist in Protein Sciences to lead protein expression and purification operations while mentoring junior colleagues and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role requires extensive experience in protein characterization and purification techniques, with a focus on integral membrane proteins.

Salary

Base: $93,600.00 - $156,000.00; Bonus/Equity: 12.5% bonus target; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • protein expression and purification
  • integral membrane proteins
  • reconstitution in non-detergent formulations
  • analytical and biophysical methods
  • Akta purification systems
  • protein chemistry and analytics

Nice-to-have

  • protein structure analysis
  • library generation and display selection
  • protein design for stabilization
  • binding approaches for molecules

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Biochemistry, Structural Biology, or related discipline with 1-2 years experience
  • M.S. with 7+ years relevant experience including industry experience
  • Experience in protein expression and purification
  • Experience with analytical and biophysical characterization methods
  • Experience in integral membrane protein reconstitution
  • Permanent work authorization in the United States

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Permanent work authorization required

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