Protein Biochemist/Biophysicist with 8 years experience in Biotech and drug discovery Accomplished, versatile, multifaceted and energetic PhD scientist with demonstrated hands-on experience implementing protein biophysical and biochemical techniques for drug discovery and study of difficult protein targets.- Demonstrated success developing and implementing novel biophysical methodologies for protein- small molecule and protein-protein interactions in drug discovery (8 years)- Extensive background in structural biology (X-ray crystallography, 13 years), rational construct design and protein expression-purification-characterization- Collaborative, passionate and enthusiastic team player that thrives in a diverse multifunctional environment working with a sense of urgency- Goal-oriented leader, focused and organized, with demonstrated capacity to conceive, design and execute projects with a high commitment to patients Areas of Expertise:Drug discovery: HTS screening ♦ Hit to lead assay development ♦ Fluorescent techniques (FRET - HTRF allosteric/orthosteric probe displacement) ♦ Mechanism Of Action ♦ DNA encoded library screens ♦ Activity assays (ADP-Glo, GTPase, DiFMUP, ELISA, enzyme kinetics etc..)♦ SPR ♦ Protein biochemistry: Soluble/Membrane Protein Expression and Purification ♦ Protein Quality Control Analysis PAGE, SEC, chromatography, CD, dynamic/static Light Scattering, Mass Spec., Chemical Cross-linking, Thermal Denaturation Assays (DSF) ♦ Protein engineering and construct rational design ♦ Protein labeling and conjugation Leadership: Effective communication skills ♦ Efficient Project time Management to meet goals on marked time frames ♦ Team leadership ♦ Creative problem solving ♦ Synergistic across various disciplines
Listed skills include Protein Expression, Protein Purification, Protein Chemistry, Molecular Biology, and 30 others.