Research Scientist - Biochemistry

Rukuhia te wāhi ngaro, hei maunga tātai whetū | Explore the unknown, reach for excellence.

Love turning science into real-world solutions?

We're looking for a curious, collaborative and solutions-focused Research Scientist to join our Advanced Protein Technologies team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your expertise in biochemistry, protein science and bioprocessing to a diverse range of research and innovation projects spanning health, food, primary industries and circular bioeconomy.

What you'll be doing

Working alongside talented colleagues from a range of scientific disciplines, you'll help turn innovative ideas into practical solutions. You'll be involved in:

• Designing and delivering bench-scale biochemistry and bioprocessing experiments.

• Developing protein/peptide purification and biotransformation processes.

• Analysing results and sharing insights and recommendations with project partners.

• Contributing to research plans and finding creative solutions to technical challenges.

• Exploring emerging technologies and opportunities to advance our research.

What you'll bring

You'll have a degree of Master or PhD in Biochemistry, Biomedical Science or a related field, along with approximately 1–5 years' experience in research, development or innovation.

Ideally, you'll also bring:

• Technical skills required in protein and peptide research, enzymology and bioactivity screening.

• Hands-on experience with analytical instruments relating to protein analysis, including chromatography.

• Experience in product development of proteins/peptides from both natural sources and molecular engineering pathways

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, adaptable approach.

Experience with cell-based assays, immunoassays, AlphaFold or R platforms would be a bonus.

Sound like you?

We're looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, learning new things and working with others to make a difference.

If you're excited by the opportunity to contribute to innovative science with real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!