Senior enzyme designer

Scala Biodesign is a biotech startup that builds advanced computational protein design platforms to meet the rising demand for protein-based therapeutics, diagnostics and enzymes for sustainable bio-manufacturing of chemicals, food and other valuable ingredients. Scala’s technologies are based on a decade of research at the Weizmann Institute of Science, and have shown in numerous cases to optimize properties like potency, manufacturability, and stability in various industrially relevant conditions.

We are looking for a senior computational enzyme designer to join our multidisciplinary team of structural biologists, protein engineers, and software engineers; a team player who is excited to work in a small startup atmosphere and take part in turning scientific breakthroughs into valuable products with a positive impact on humankind. 

Responsibilities

As part of our team you will develop, test and apply cutting-edge computational protein design methods to address challenging protein engineering problems: 

• Execute computational design projects in collaboration with industrial partners from start to end
• Develop, test and troubleshoot new computational protein design algorithms
• Interact with our partners’ scientific teams and learn their needs
• Deep dive into the biochemistry and structure of various proteins
• Stay current with the latest advancements in protein design
• Apply machine learning models for protein engineering

Requirements

• PhD in protein engineering, enzymology, biocatalysis, or structural biology
• Industry or post-doc experience in biocatalysis, enzyme cascade development, or medicinal chemistry
• Prior experience in experimental enzyme engineering or experience in protein design
• Proficiency in protein structural analysis and structure-function relationships
• Advantage: experience with Python programming

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Fast learner and proven ability to master new domains
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills
• Great attention to details
• Can-do attitude, pushing to get the job done