Position Location: Saint-Priest (Lyon), France Type of contract: Post PhD Contract **The Position** In the frame of a post doc contract in partnership with GIE AIFOR, we are looking for an experimented biochemist (PhD obtained since less than 3 years) with theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of protein purification and characterization to join our New Biological Entities Research department located in Saint-Priest, France. You will contribute to the establishment of an innovative Virus-Like-Particles (VLP) platform. This position is a 18-month mission, and could be extended by 6 months **Tasks & responsibilities** In your new role, you will: - Design and execute the experiments to characterize VLPs with HPLC related analytical tools (SEC, RP, IEX, A4F) - Analyze the data and optimize analytical conditions - Use orthogonal methods for method validation by using several analytical tools such as FT-IR, nano DSF - Run and maintain equipment - Maintain accurate documentation of experimental procedures and results - Collaborate with internal and external analytical, process and formulation R&D experts **Requirements** - PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, pharmaceutical sciences, protein biochemistry or related disciplines, obtained since less than 3 years - Experience in the field of protein purification with HPLC - Hands-on expertise in large protein characterization by HPLC methods - Experience with protein characterization techniques including SDS-PAGE, Western-blot. Nano DSF and FTIR will be a plus - Organizational and analytical skills - Open, proactive, and problem-solving mindset - Team player with excellent communication and presentation skills - Fluency in English, French is a plus All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.