Expert Pharma Biochemist

About the role

Cogent Scientific, an insourced contract research organization, is looking for the right people to accomplish our Mission: to support the life sciences industry by cultivating and empowering exceptional scientists to deliver specialized laboratory services that advance research, foster collaboration, and accelerate innovation through quality and a shared commitment to excellence. We can offer you the chance to build on your skills and knowledge while working among experts in their fields and with cutting-edge instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Characterizing protein-protein interactions between targets and engineered binders using biophysical methods (mass photometry, analytical SEC, SEC-MALS, SPR, or BLI).
• Preparing and optimizing samples for single-particle cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM): complex assembly, negative-stain/grid screening, vitrification, and iterative optimization.
• Coordinating with internal/external cryo-EM imaging partners on grid screening and data collection.
• Maintaining thorough electronic lab notebook records for reproducibility and traceability.

Requirements

• PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Structural Biology, Biophysics, or related field.
• Hands-on experience in protein biochemistry (expression/purification, chromatography) and protein-protein interaction characterization (e.g., mass photometry, SPR, BLI, ITC, or AUC).
• Familiarity with electron microscope sample preparation (negative stain and/or cryo-electron microscopy grid prep/screening).
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.
• Works well both as a team and as an individual.
• Demonstration of excellent team player skills, very strong attention to detail, very strong problem-solving skills, a high level of learning agility, and the ability to work across functions.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with the leadership and communication skills necessary to operate effectively in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment with flexibility and an adaptable approach to goal delivery.

Pay, benefits, and schedule

• Competitive pay
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Parental leave
• PTO and paid holidays
• Relocation benefits may be available
• Day shift position (approx. 8a-5p local time)