Preferred Qualifications This position requires a BA or BS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other related major with at least 5 years of molecular biology or biochemistry experience, or MS degree in a relevant area plus typically a minimum of 3 years relevant experience. Experience with molecular biology and protein purification is required. Good communication skills, the ability to effectively interact with others in a matrix organization, and the ability to independently plan and direct own assignments to successful completion are also essential. Experience with protein biochemistry and crystallization is desirable. Experience in using robotics for performing crystallization experiments and imaging results is a strong plus.
Details Overview The GlaxoSmithkline Structural Sciences group in Molecular Discovery Research at RTP, NC is seeking an associate scientist to apply molecular and structural biology approaches to the discovery of new drugs. Job objective The incumbent will work with a multidisciplinary team representing biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, and structural biology. An integral part of this position is to utilize cloning, protein expression and purification, and other relevant biochemical techniques, to obtain crystals of protein/drug complexes for structural determination. This position involves improvement of established systems, as well as developing protocols for characterizing and crystallizing new drug targets. All applications must be made at the Web site http://us.gsk.com/html/career/index.html Job requisition #53868
