R&D Scientist for Protein Engineering @Kura Biotech

Hi! At Kura Biotech we’re searching for a highly motivated scientist whose role will be essential to develop the next generation of enzymes for Genetics, Proteomics, and Toxicology in our headquarters location in Puerto Varas, Chile.

Kura Biotech is the world leading biotech company in the development of enzymes for toxicology, and we are expanding into providing enzymatic tools for proteomic and genetic applications. Since 2020 we’ve also been developing COVID testing kits.

And before we tell you more about the job itself, it’s important that you know we have four key commitments that guide our actions day to day: 

1. Human Connections: we’re all persons, and we have to recognize and respect ourselves as such
2. Give Back Will: we see our community as an ally, and we search for people that are willing to participate in our Give Back program, in which we support social initiatives in Education, Childhood and Environment, initiatives that are proposed and democratically voted within our own team
3. Limitless Spirit: we think big, measuring our challenges by their potential rather than by their limitations
4. Unapologetic Standards: quality and excellence are a must; we don’t look for excuses, we look for solutions so excuses don’t exist

You can learn more about the position in the following sections, which describe most of the role in terms of responsibilities, requirements, and our offer to the selected candidate.

What would your responsibilities be:

• Design and apply a broad range of molecular biology techniques for the construction, expression and screening of enzyme libraries
• Development and optimization of expression protocols
• Perform a variety of biochemical assays and enzyme screening using different analytical techniques
• Prepare reports on assigned projects for internal and external use
• Actively participate in R&D initiatives and group discussions
• Perform other related duties as assigned and based on company needs

What the requirements to apply are:

• BSc or MSc in biochemistry, chemistry, biotechnology, biology or in related field
• At least 2 years of relevant full-time R&D experience
• Understanding of molecular biology cloning techniques
• Experience with expression systems for recombinant proteins
• Knowledge in generation of libraries, assay development, high throughput screening and/or enzyme characterization is a plus
• Full professional proficiency in English
• Excellent communication skills and project management
• Team work skills
• Curiosity and strong research passion

What we are offering you:

• To work alongside a highly engaged, challenging, and motivated team
• To be a part of the worldwide industry leaders in enzymatic development, and the pioneers in the development of COVID testing kits in Chile
• An amazing work environment, with an astonishing view of Llanquihue Lake
• Annual incentive subjected to assessment
• Daily on-office lunch
• Optional and copayed health insurance (with dental, catastrophic, and ophthalmological coverage)
• 5 annual additional rest days after one year within the company

Beyond a specific major or technical background, we are searching for someone who has a fit with us. A proactive person, someone who’s ethically untouchable, with entrepreneurial spirit, and high flexibility to face the dynamism of our business.

If you feel identified by this description, don’t hesitate and complete this form!

We hope to meet you in a future interview.

Good luck!

Type of contract and application period: Indefinite (process during January 2021)

«Apply here»: https://forms.gle/6hLFZPWDiq7UehJY9

Fecha publicación: 21 diciembre 2020