Biochemistry Research Associate I

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT experts, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices.

Summary:

Goldbelt APEX is looking for a Biochemistry Research Associate I. The Research Associate will provide support in the areas of Bioproduction and Biocharacterization research.

Essential Job Functions:

• Conducting bench research on Shigella (or other enteric pathogens) to include large-scale production of purified proteins and LPS.
• Assisting in the daily maintenance and operations of the lab, including media preparation, glassware, and hazardous waste management, and administrative duties such as ordering supplies and periodic lab inventories.
• Establishing and/or developing laboratory procedures and analyzing and/or evaluating research data; participating in a cooperative effort to accomplish the goals of the laboratory; maintaining proficiency and expertise in the field of research.
• Utilizing professional knowledge of theories, principles, methods, and techniques of cell biology, microbiology, and biochemistry, such as Liquid Chromatography (HPLC/FPLC); SDS-PAGE (Coomassie, Silver); Western blotting; Protein Quantitation assays (BCA, Bradford Lowry); centrifugation; bacterial cell homogenization and lysis as well as basic bacteriology techniques.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Proficiency with basic protein and biochemical methods (e.g., SDS-PAGE, Western blotting).
• Familiarity and understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (cGLP)
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Fluency with Windows operating system, Apple operating system, and Microsoft Office software suite.
• The individual must be able to lift at least 25 pounds.
• Excellent agility to take on multiple tasks and practical time management skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. or equivalent in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or related field
• Minimum 2+ years of hands-on lab experience.
• Proven expertise in immunoassays (e.g., ELISA, Luminex) and molecular cloning techniques.
• Must be a US citizen (by birth or Naturalization).
• Ability to obtain NACI

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with mammalian cell culture and/or flow cytometry is preferred.
• Familiarity with the following research equipment is preferred but not required: FPLC, HPLC, Mass Spectrometer, fermenters, lyophilizers.
• Familiarity with the following typical procedures is preferred but not required: SDS-PAGE, protein assays, bacterial fermentation, and protein purification.
• Familiarity with coding to support data analysis (Python, R, or shell scripting) is a plus.

Pay Range: $50,000 - $70,000 annually

Pay and Benefits
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.