What You’ll Do • Lead development and optimization of bacterial cell-free protein expression workflows across a variety of protein targets • Improve extract preparation methods to increase protein yield, solubility, and functional activity • Design high-throughput screening strategies for constructs, chaperones, and reaction conditions • Analyze protein expression and quality using SDS-PAGE, Western blot, ELISA, capillary electrophoresis, and related methods • Troubleshoot complex expression challenges and recommend new technologies, platforms, and approaches • Lead scientific projects while partnering with multidisciplinary research teams • Document experimental results and contribute to SOPs, technical reports, and patent-related materials What We’re Looking For • PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Protein Science, or a closely related discipline • Hands-on expertise with bacterial cell-free protein synthesis, including optimization and troubleshooting • Strong knowledge of E. coli molecular biology, protein expression, and extract preparation • Experience with automated or high-throughput screening platforms • Strong protein characterization and analytical laboratory skills • Demonstrated ability to independently lead research initiatives and collaborate across scientific teams Compensation Base salary: $115,000-$135,000 plus bonus Relocation assistance available Apply to learn more about this opportunity. We are recruiting for a Senior Scientis t with deep expertise in bacterial cell-free protein expression to join an innovative scientific team in Rockville, Maryland.