Associate Scientist I/II, Protein Testing
Seattle, WA
Full Time
Entry Level
Located in Seattle, Washington, Arzeda is solving some of today’s hardest and most meaningful problems – from food and nutrition to sustainable materials and homecare – by designing proteins that have the limitless potential to change everyone’s daily life. Our Intelligent Protein Design Technology™ merges computational protein design, machine learning, and synthetic biology tools to produce proteins, enzymes, and bio-based processes more efficiently than even Mother Nature. A deep tech, mission-driven company, we are passionate about our mission to design novel proteins and products that enhance our lives and protect our planet. At Arzeda, we value a strong desire to learn, innovate and be continuously challenged. We are seeking a dedicated Associate Scientist I to join our collaborative Protein Testing team. In this role, your work will contribute to the design, testing, and commercialization of innovative protein products that have real-world impact. Your work will include expressing and purifying proteins from bacterial and yeast hosts, as well as characterizing and quantifying proteins. You’ll also have the chance to help build and customize our LIMS system to streamline data workflows.
Most of your time will be spent in the lab, engaging in diverse activities like protein expression, purification, and analysis while contributing to multiple exciting projects. The ideal candidate values teamwork, attention to detail, and enjoys working in a supportive environment where growth and collaboration are prioritized. This is a meaningful opportunity to help shape the next generation of sustainable products that will reach consumers and make a difference.
Responsibilities:
Most of your time will be spent in the lab, engaging in diverse activities like protein expression, purification, and analysis while contributing to multiple exciting projects. The ideal candidate values teamwork, attention to detail, and enjoys working in a supportive environment where growth and collaboration are prioritized. This is a meaningful opportunity to help shape the next generation of sustainable products that will reach consumers and make a difference.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct small and mid-scale expression of bacteria and yeast strains.
- Perform small, mid, and large-scale purification of proteins from bacteria and yeast hosts.
- Perform basic protein quantification and characterization techniques (SDS-PAGE, labChip, plate based protein quant methods, etc ).
- Maintain accurate documentation of experimental results within our LIMS system.
- Support planning and execution of experiments.
- Support activities for biochemical assays.
- Contribute to reporting of experimental results and participate in technical discussions during project meetings.
- Maintain lab supplies, media, and reagents.
- Support team members with general project activities and other work as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree. Biochemistry preferred.
- 0-2 years of relevant experience in an industrial setting.
- Flexible mindset and open to change in an agile R&D environment.
- Familiarity with protein expression, purification, quantitation and characterization.
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn in a fast-paced R&D environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work onsite, Monday – Friday with some occasional weekend work.
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
Nice-to-haves (but not required):
- Experience with biochemical or enzyme assays.
- Experience with automated liquid handling systems.
- Familiarity with LIMS or electronic lab notebooks.
- Interest in coding or Python for data visualization and analysis.
- Paid time off; company-observed holidays to include a company paid holiday closure between Dec 25 and Jan 1; and paid medical/family leave
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance to include options for Health Savings Accounts
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Commuter benefits
Arzeda is an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion in the workspace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding), genetic information, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other basis protected by law.
Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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