Full-time Research Assistant in Protein Therapeutic Development (bachelor's or master's level), one opening.
〖Work Location〗
Center for Molecular and Clinical Immunology, 6th Floor, First Medical Building, Chang Gung University, No. 259, Wenhua 1st Road, Guishan District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan.
Start date: Negotiable.
〖About the Center〗
CMCI brings together clinical medicine and basic immunology to develop antibodies, protein therapeutics and cell therapies, working with academic and industry partners in Taiwan and abroad. Our research has been published in international journals, and some findings have led to technology transfer and clinical trials. Colleagues are available for discussion, and we encourage participation in courses, seminars and instrument training. We welcome people who are enthusiastic about research and enjoy thinking through questions and solving problems.
Website: https://www.cgu.edu.tw/cmci-en/
〖Job Description〗
(1) Support protein therapeutic development by expressing and purifying recombinant proteins, including mammalian cell expression and affinity chromatography.
(2) Assess protein quality and properties, including binding affinity and developability, with analyses of aggregation and stability.
(3) Help establish and optimize protein expression, purification and analytical conditions, and document experimental procedures.
(4) Maintain experimental records, organize and analyze data, and take part in research progress discussions and troubleshooting.
(5) Store samples appropriately, help maintain the research environment, plan reagent and consumable needs in advance, and support other research activities.
〖Qualifications〗
(1) A bachelor's or master's degree in life sciences, biotechnology, medical laboratory science, biochemistry, chemistry or a related field from a university in Taiwan or abroad.
(2) Experience in protein research is preferred.
(3) Experience in protein therapeutic design, structure prediction, or the use of software for molecular visualization and analysis is an additional advantage.
(4) Interest in research, attention to detail and a responsible approach to work; able to think proactively, communicate with colleagues, work as part of a team and follow up on progress.
(5) Basic English reading and office software skills, including the ability to read experimental instructions and scientific literature, and use Word, Excel and PowerPoint to organize data and prepare reports.
〖Salary & Benefits〗
Salary: Under Chang Gung University's research project pay scale, first-year starting salaries are NT$36,300 per month at bachelor's level and NT$41,500 per month at master's level. Relevant full-time work experience may be credited toward salary placement in accordance with university regulations.
Benefits: Labor and health insurance, bonuses for the three major festivals, and a year-end bonus equivalent to 1.5 months of salary. Bonus payments are subject to university regulations.
Transport and housing: A free shuttle connects Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital (Taoyuan Chang Gung Bus Terminal), Taoyuan Airport MRT A7 Station and Chang Gung University. Staff may apply for on-campus housing.
Work arrangement: Full-time, on-site work in the laboratory at Chang Gung University. Remote work is not available.
Working hours: Flexible arrival between 8:00 and 9:30 a.m., with departure time adjusted accordingly. Daily attendance is 8.5 hours, including a 30-minute break. Clock-in and attendance procedures follow university regulations.
〖Additional Information〗
Overseas Chinese and international graduates of institutions in Taiwan, as well as other eligible foreign nationals, are welcome to apply. For successful applicants who require a work permit, CMCI can assist with the application under university procedures. Eligibility and approval are determined by the relevant authorities.
〖How to Apply〗
Please submit the following:
(1) A CV covering your education, experience, laboratory skills and available start date, together with a brief personal statement about your background and motivation for applying.
(2) If you have research or laboratory experience, briefly describe the work, your responsibilities and any relevant protein research experience. You are also welcome to describe experience in protein therapeutic design, structure prediction, or molecular visualization and analysis.
(3) A recommendation letter is optional. If available, please attach a scanned copy bearing the recommender's signature or electronic signature.
Email your application to erica71128@cgu.edu.tw
Subject: Application for Research Assistant in Protein Therapeutic Development - Your Name
If you are interested in both research assistant positions, please mention this in your email.
Contact person: Ms. Luo
Telephone: +886-3-211-8800 ext. 3496
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within seven working days. Applicants who are not shortlisted will not receive individual notification.