Scientist II - Analytical Development

Department: 64 - QC & Analytical Development

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Redwood City, CA

Reporting To: Nianliu Zhang

Description

Codexis, a biotechnology company based in Redwood City, CA, is looking to hire a Scientist II.
Codexis is a leading enzyme engineering company leveraging its proprietary CodeEvolver® technology platform to discover, develop and enhance novel, high-performance enzymes and other classes of proteins. Codexis enzymes solve for real-world challenges associated with small molecule pharmaceuticals manufacturing and nucleic acid synthesis. The Company is currently developing its proprietary ECO Synthesis™ platform to enable the scaled manufacture of RNAi therapeutics through an enzymatic route. Codexis enzymes can drive improvements, such as higher yields, reduced energy usage and waste generation, improve efficiency in manufacturing and greater sensitivity in genomic and diagnostic applications.

To meet the goals we’ve set for ourselves, we look for individuals who are driven, eager to grow and ready to embrace meaningful challenges. We empower employees to be authentic, ambitious, agile and have the courage to take action where they can make a positive impact.

Come join us on this journey to transform the enzyme engineering landscape for the betterment of human health.

About the Opportunity: The Scientist II is a part of analytical development and will be responsible for method development for pharmaceutical biocatalysts and life science enzymes. The Scientist II will also be responsible for method validation in close collaboration with the Quality Control team. They are expected to work independently with minimal supervision. This role will be responsible for designing and executing analytical studies to support product development for life science enzymes and will be based in Redwood City. If any of the below describes you, we would love to meet you!

Strong Communication skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Ability to utilize effective time management and organizational skills.

In this role you will be responsible for:

Independently design and carry out method development
Independently design and execute physicochemical characterization on proteins and analytical studies to support product development
Perform data process, evaluate and interpret test and experiment data, draw conclusions based on the results
Prepare test methods, protocols, summary reports and technical documentation
Perform assay transfer, qualification and validation as per ICH guidelines
Work with other project team members and communicate results with the team
Mentor and guide junior level scientists and associates

The essential requirements of the job include:

PhD with industrial experience as a must, preferably in biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology with 2-4 years of experience on protein biochemistry
Demonstrated advanced technical knowledge of analytical techniques
Experience with protein characterization and enzyme-based assays
Demonstrated expertise in the independent design and execution of analytical development projects
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Additional experience that would be valuable for this role includes:

Experience with the GMP practices in a regulated environment
Experience with life science projects

CODEXIS PAY TRANSPARENCY: The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Redwood City is $128,000 to $160,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Codexis is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

What can Codexis offer you?

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Basic Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
401k with Company Match up to 4%
Company Equity
Generous Paid Time Off including 18 Company Holidays (with a summer and winter shutdown), Vacation, and Wellness Time
Annual Lifestyle Account for reimbursement of fitness programs, equipment and more
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Commuter/Parking, Dependent Care & Healthcare)
Student Debt Program (Company Contribution to Loans)
Mental Health Wellness Program
Subsidized onsite lunch program
Onsite Gym Facilities
Paid Parental Leave
And More!

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