Protein Expression Scientist

Cogent Scientific, an insourced contract research organization, is looking for the right people to accomplish our Mission: to build lasting partnerships that enable the life sciences industry to accelerate discovery and innovation in research and manufacturing.  We can offer you the chance to build on your skills and knowledge while working among experts in their fields and with cutting-edge instrumentation.

Cogent Scientific offers competitive pay (with relocation bonus as needed), attractive benefits (such as medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k); parental leave; PTO and paid holidays; etc.) and an exciting work environment.  We aim to recruit the best people who stand out among their peers and embody our Core Values:

Client Focused: We only succeed when our clients succeed.

Outstanding: We deliver meticulous results through outstanding performance.

Good: We act ethically and morally.

Employee-Centric: We honor and support our employees.

Nimble: We are prepared to adapt in an ever-changing industry.

Team-Oriented: We collaborate with each other and with our clients.

We currently have a role available for a Protein Expression Scientist to join our San Diego team.

Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Providing recombinant protein expression, expression QC, small scale purification for multiple projects, simultaneously, within the protein sciences group to provide high quality proteins to structural biology & enzymology.

Must be proficient in DNA vector amplification, PCR, mini-preps, Sanger sequencing etc.

Executing projects in an efficient manner, working within aggressive timelines.

Rapidly communicating/recording scientific results and insights to the team.

Preparing reports for internal and external purposes including regulatory submissions.

Participating in project-based and technical team meetings to identify and solve problems and communicating on-going work and progress.

Job requirements include, but are not limited to:

BS-Biology, Molecular/Cellular Biology or a related field with minimum of 1-2 years of industrial lab experience outside of academia. MS in the same fields with 1 year of industrial lab experience outside of academia will also be considered.

Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.

Works well both as a team and as an individual.

Demonstration of excellent team player skills, very strong attention to detail, very strong problem-solving skills, a high level of learning agility, and the ability to work across functions. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with the leadership and communication skills necessary to operate effectively in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment with flexibility and an adaptable approach to goal delivery.

This job posting will close by February 28th 2026 or when a candidate is identified, whichever comes first.