Protein directed evolution jobs

Scientist II, Gene Editing, Protein Engineer

ElevateBio · Posted Nov 10, 2026

Engineer and optimize gene editing proteins using machine learning, protein language models, and laboratory research.

The budgeted range for this position is $125,000 - $165,000.

Carry out directed evolution campaigns to improve activity and specificity of gene editing proteins.
Generate protein libraries and variants through molecular cloning, mutagenesis, and related engineering approaches.
Design and engineer gene editing proteins using sequence and structural analysis, machine learning, and protein models.
Develop and execute iterative cycles that connect computational predictions with experimental results.
Develop and perform biochemical and cell-based assays to evaluate gene editing efficiency, specificity, and performance.