Alta Resource Technologies, Inc.

Scientist I/II, Protein Engineering

Boulder, CO · Mid

No sponsorship$82k-$120kDetected 7 days ago

Data AnalysisSupply ChainBioinformaticsMolecular BiologyResearchExperimental DesignCommunicationCritical Thinking

About the role

Alta is seeking a Scientist I/II in Protein Engineering to join our Applied Biology team.
Interpret test data and protein analysis data for guiding round-over-round improvements.
Ensure excellent practices in documentation of all protocols and experiments.

Work within a team to develop and execute high-throughput assays for protein characterization including for protein quantification, bioconjugations, and binding capacities.
Design and implement microtiter plate workflows for directed evolution campaigns.
Work with scientists for rapid turnaround of testing data to aid in novel protein discovery and leverage the outcomes for additional protein design campaigns.
Develop and onboard novel assays for protein characterization.
Collaborate with strain engineers to achieve reliable microtiter production.
This role will be responsible for developing and implementing assays for data-driven protein design campaigns towards discovering and validating enhanced binding specificity.
The candidate will collaborate with data scientists, strain engineers, analytics, and chemistry groups to generate robust and reliable assays that scale.
Experience in design and implementation of automated workflows.
We believe that varied perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds strengthen our team and drive better outcomes for our clients and partners.
The opportunity to lead a breakthrough program redefining U.S. supply chain resilience in critical materials.

Ph.D. in biochemistry, molecular biology, or related field with 1-3+ years of research experience.
Expertise in high-throughput protein assays and library-scale workflows.
Experience with metalloproteins, protein-ion or small molecule interactions, or bioconjugate biochemistry.
Experience with assay analysis for modeling novel candidate leads.
Experience in protein discovery and directed evolution campaigns to improve protein characteristics.
Deep knowledge of classic and state-of-the-art molecular biology and multiplex library-scale approaches to directed evolution campaigns.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work within different teams.
Please note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
The individual will join a group of collaborative scientists with diverse skill sets and must have strong communication and critical thinking skills with a rigorous approach to science.

Experience with generative protein design and structural modeling.
A mission-driven, high-trust team operating at the intersection of innovation, national security, and sustainability.

This mineral challenge represents a historic opportunity for technology development and value creation.
Alta is proud to be at the vanguard of this mega trend.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.

The starting pay range for this position is $82,000 - $120,000, commensurate with educational background and work experience.

Compensation & Benefits
The starting pay range for this position is $82,000 - $120,000, commensurate with educational background and work experience.
Benefits include:
Medical, Dental, Vision plans (or equivalent)
Flexible Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Sick Leave

Alta Resource Technologies is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
equal opportunity employer committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

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