Scientist - Protein Expression and Purification (SF Bay Area) - Vilya, Inc.

Vilya is a computational biotechnology company creating a novel class of medicines to precisely target disease biology. We believe computational approaches are an integral, if not foundational, component of drug discovery and development. Our platform is built on ground-breaking research in advanced computational approaches and taps into uncharted chemical space to design new molecular structures not found in nature.

We are harnessing the power of our platform to go after previously impossible targets in an array of indications. Vilya’s ultimate goal is to solve some of the most challenging unmet medical needs that exist today.

Our Vision: Harness a revolution in technology and biology to better human health

Our Mission: Build an independent, leading biotech company founded on intelligent drug design to cure the incurable 

We are seeking a highly motivated, creative, and experienced Protein Biochemist and/or Structural Biologist to join a growing Structural Biology team at an early stage drug discovery company. This multidisciplinary group aims to drive structure-based design by elucidating the interactions of our molecules bound to their target protein. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Actively contribute to the strategic direction and lab capabilities of the structural biology group
• Establish purification protocols and purify recombinant proteins from source cells
• Communicate research priority, progress, and results with project teams
• Contribute to written and oral presentations related to research findings
• Collaborate in a cross-functional team across diverse therapeutic areas.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS 

• Ph.D. (or equivalent industry experience) in biochemistry, biophysics, biochemistry, or related fields
• Technical experience in protein expression and purification of proteins is required.
• A strong track record of scientific innovation
• Innovative team player with high energy for a fast-paced environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with crystal handling and data collection at synchrotron facilities is a plus
• Experience in cryo-EM sample preparation protocols including negative staining and sample vitrification is a plus
• The successful candidate must be highly organized, motivated, able to work independently, and have strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a disruptive startup with a talented, experiences, and growing team of dedicated individuals
• 401(k) plan with employer matching for contributions
• Stock options
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Open, flexible vacation policy
• Support to attend professional conferences that are meaningful to your career growth
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Access to onsite fitness center
• Commuter benefits
• Salary: $110,000 -130,000