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Laboratory Assistant 4
- Adecco US, Inc. (Durham, NC)
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Protein Expression & Purification Specialist (Contract)
**Location:** Durham, NC
**Pay Rate:** $28/hour
**Contract Duration:** 6 months (with possibility of extension)
**Schedule:** Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Position Summary:
We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated **Protein Expression & Purification Specialist** to support protein production workflows in a dynamic and fast-paced research environment. This is a **contract role** ideal for individuals with hands-on experience in **bacterial expression systems** and **protein purification techniques** . You will play a key role in executing protein expression protocols, troubleshooting experimental workflows, and contributing to the success of scientific projects.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Execute bacterial protein expression using **E. coli** and other prokaryotic systems
+ Maintain and culture bacterial strains under aseptic conditions
+ Perform **cell lysis** (sonication, chemical, enzymatic) and **protein extraction**
+ Conduct protein analysis (e.g., **SDS-PAGE** ) and record results in **Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELNs)**
+ Ensure detailed documentation of all experiments and adhere to established **SOPs**
+ Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and optimize protocols
+ Use standard office and scientific software, including **Microsoft Office Suite**
Required Qualifications:
+ **BS/MS** in **Biochemistry, Molecular Biology** , or related field
+ Demonstrated **hands-on experience** with bacterial protein expression systems
+ Proficiency in laboratory techniques including aseptic technique and protein analysis
+ Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Experience with **protein purification** (e.g., FPLC, column chromatography)
+ Familiarity with **automation systems** and **high-throughput workflows**
+ Background in **method development** and protocol optimization
+ Knowledge of additional characterization techniques (e.g., **Western blot** )
**Pay Details:** $28.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://uat.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
+ The California Fair Chance Act
+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
**Massachusetts Candidates Only:** It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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