X-ray Crystallography Research Associate Position at Novartis in Cambridge, MA

Date: 21 May 2012 13:54
Subject: [ccp4bb] X-ray Crystallography Research Associate Position at Novartis in Cambridge, MA
To: CCP4BB@jiscmail.ac.uk

Research Associate – X-ray crystallography

 

Job Description 

The candidate will join a state-of-the art unit that provides structural biology information to expedite drug discovery projects undertaken at the NIBR Cambridge campus. The candidate will be part of the biomolecular structure group responsible for expression, purification, crystallization and structure determination of proteins and protein-ligand complexes. The candidate will be expected to be able to participate in experimental design and to independently conduct experiments in a priority-driven environment.

 

Minimum Requirements

B.S/M.S. in biochemistry or a related discipline with at least 2 years of research laboratory experience. Experience in protein chemistry (e.g. expression, purification and characterization) is required. Experience with crystallization, x-ray data collection, structure solution and/or biophysical characterization of proteins would be a decided asset.  The candidate must possess good oral and written communication skills and work well in a team.

 

For immediate consideration, please apply on-line at http://www.novartis.com/careers using Job Code 97236BR.  Novartis is committed to embracing and leveraging diverse backgrounds, cultures, and talents to achieve competitive advantage.  Novartis is an equal opportunity employer.  M/F/D/V