Scientist I – Structure-focused / Protein Sciences

Astellas Pharma Inc.

📍 Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan

Permanent Life Scientists Posted March 01, 2026

Job Description

Description

【募集の背景 / Purpose & Scope】

Protein Sciences is a technology platform-based unit in Engineering Small Molecules (ESM), focusing on ligand discovery and MOA analysis based on state-of-the-art technology platforms. Multi-disciplinary teams serve as the bridges between target molecules and lead modalities.

We are currently recruiting a Scientist I with a knowledge and experience in assay development and screening. The candidate will focus on some of the following technologies: production of target proteins, structure analysis, assay development, ligand screening or MOA analysis under the supervision of senior staffs.

【職務の内容 / Essential Job Responsibilities】

(雇入れ直後)

-Development of assays for ligand screening and implementation of the screening and MOA analysis

-Production of recombinant proteins designed for assay development or structure analysis

-Structure analysis of target proteins with ligands using X-ray crystallog...