Protein Engineer - Biosensing
Quick answer
Melody is hiring an in-office Protein Engineer in Pasadena to design novel biosensors and lead research workflows for continuous molecular monitoring technology.
- Role
- Protein Engineer - Biosensing
- Organization
- Melody
- Location
- Pasadena, CA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
Melody is an early-stage research organization developing continuous molecular monitoring technology and closed-loop health interventions. They are seeking a Protein Engineer to design biosensors using allosteric switches, signal transduction motifs, and bioelectronic interfaces. The role involves guiding wet lab screening, collaborating with hardware teams, and mentoring junior staff. This position focuses on creating new molecules to advance the field of real-time molecular medicine.
What you'll do
- Design new biosensor constructs using allosteric switches and signal transduction motifs.
- Establish de novo design and directed evolution workflows for the research foundry.
- Manage and mentor junior scientists on the engineering team.
- Collaborate with hardware teams to select and optimize performant constructs.
- Coordinate with academic collaborators and external CRO partners.
What it takes
- PhD in a relevant science or engineering field with strong independent ideation.
- Deep expertise in either experimental protein motifs or computational de novo design.
- Strong understanding of structural biology and biophysics.
- Quantitative judgment for designing experiments within real-world constraints.
- Demonstrated precision in experimental work and technical communication.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is located in Pasadena, California, at the Melody research facility.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant field or a BS/MS with over five years of industry experience, alongside expertise in either computational or experimental protein design.
Is there a specific deadline to apply?
The job posting does not list a specific deadline for applications.
How to apply
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