Computational Protein Engineer

I am working on behalf of a dynamic and innovative biotechnology company at the forefront of enzyme engineering and protein design. Their mission is to solve complex challenges in healthcare, sustainability, and industry by designing novel proteins and enzymes. Join their growing team of passionate scientists and engineers working on cutting-edge projects.

They are seeking a highly motivated Computational Protein Engineer to contribute to the design and optimisation of proteins and enzymes for diverse applications. This role is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in protein science and advanced computational skills. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to drive innovation in enzyme engineering and protein therapeutics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilise computational tools and techniques for protein design, docking, and modelling to engineer novel proteins and enzymes.
• Analyse and interpret protein bioinformatics data to inform design strategies.
• Develop and apply custom algorithms, scripts, or workflows to address specific challenges in protein engineering.
• Collaborate with wet-lab teams to validate computational predictions and refine designs based on experimental data.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and scientific advancements in computational protein engineering.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• PhD or MSc in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience).
• Strong expertise in protein bioinformatics, molecular modeling, and docking (e.g., Rosetta, AlphaFold, PyMOL).
• Proven experience in protein design and enzyme engineering.
• Proficiency in programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, R, or MATLAB).
• Familiarity with structural biology tools and databases (e.g., PDB, UniProt).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with machine learning or AI techniques applied to protein engineering.
• Knowledge of high-throughput protein design workflows.
• Strong understanding of enzyme mechanisms and kinetics.

The position is paying a competitive salary and comes with a wealth of benefits. If this sounds interesting to you please apply within.

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