OPENING: Genentech, Research Associate/Senior Research Associate in Purification and Crystallization

Date: 22 February 2012 17:44


Dear All,

We have an open position at Genentech in the Structural Biology group for an Associate/Senior Associate in our protein purification and crystallization laboratory (Job #: 380684).  Prior experience in purification and/or crystallization is required.  Preference will be given to candidates with a track record of success in challenging systems such as membrane proteins, multi-domain proteins, or protein:protein (or protein:nucleic acid) complexes.

Please encourage qualified candidates to apply to the Genentech website (details below).

All the best,

Jim

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Here is the official posting:

Job requisition number:   380684

RA/SRA – Crystallography, Macromolecular

Who we are:

At the Roche Group, about 80,000 people across 150 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we've become one of the world's leading research-focused healthcare groups. A member of the Roche Group, Genentech has been at the forefront of the biotechnology industry for more than 30 years, using human genetic information to develop novel medicines for serious and life-threatening diseases. The headquarters for Roche pharmaceutical operations in the United States, Genentech has multiple therapies on the market for cancer and other serious illnesses. Please take this opportunity to learn about Genentech, where we believe that our employees are our most important asset and are dedicated to remaining a great place to work.

The Position:

E2/E3Position available for a Research Associate to join the Structural Biology Department involved in exploring structural and functional properties of proteins of therapeutic interest. The successful candidate will be responsible for the purification and characterization of proteins for structural analysis by X-ray crystallography. Day-to-day activities include designing and optimizing protein expression and purification strategies for challenging structural biology targets. Additional experience in the crystallization, cloning, expression and/or use of automation methods for protein purification and characterization would be considered strong assets.

Who you are:

A B.S. or M.S. in biochemistry, molecular biology or related discipline and 5 (five) or more years) of experience in areas relating to protein biochemistry and crystallization are required. Experience with crystallization automation and HPLC or FPLC purification systems is preferred. The successful candidate must be motivated, capable of working independently, and enjoy working in a collaborative setting. Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills are highly desirable.

To apply visit www.gene.com /careers.  Genentech is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals are encouraged to apply.