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Scientist, Enzyme and Protein Engineering

Gables Search Group

Location: Rockville, Maryland
Type: Non-Remote, Full-Time
Posted on: May 8, 2026
Scientist, Enzyme and Protein Engineering
Scientist, Protein Engineering + Platform Technologies
My client is expanding and seeks to hire a Scientist to collaborate with the research team and develop a protein-engineering platform .
Responsibilities
• Design and execute experiments and analyze data to further product development and research goals.
• Define computational pipelines for protein structure determination using structural and sequence-based methods coupled with AI, eg Rosetta.
• Generate computational workflows for protein-target interactions, including enzyme and DNA/RNA interactions.
• Provide feedback to the management team to identify, develop, and execute initiatives.
• Present findings and roadblocks to internal teams and offer recommendations for project advancement.
Qualifications
• PhD in structural biology, biochemistry, computational biology etc with 0-4+ years of experience.
• Strong publications/patents on protein prediction or de novo protein design, including enzyme engineering.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Leadership skills with demonstrated knowledge and understanding of management practices and processes.
Experience
• Protein modeling, including protein-target interactions.
• AI and machine-learning methods are desirable.
• Proven record of staying current in the protein engineering field.
• Demonstrated propensity to be creative, collaborative, and proactive.
• Exceptional communication skills and supervisory experience.
Human Resources Services
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Full-time