Researcher

Job Description

Job Summary:

• This research position will utilize tissue culture and molecular biology techniques to generate Client antibodies, bispecific antibodies, antibody drug conjugates, and therapeutic biologics to contribute to client’s biologics pipeline.
• The role of a Senior Researcher in the Biologics Discovery & Development department is a dynamic role requiring a willingness and ability to learn new laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and software.
• Applicants must demonstrate an open and pro-active attitude.
• The ability to multi-task in a team-oriented environment and the ability to effectively communicate experimental results is a must.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee planning of resources and monitoring, ordering, and stocking of research needs.
• Independently design and execute experiments, conducting research activities within established guidelines.
• Review the effectiveness of current laboratory procedures and equipment.
• Test standard procedures to provide recommendations for improvement for use across programs.
• Document research plans and maintain accurate and current record-keeping of experimental results.
• Collect and collate results and inferences to report to supervisor, project team and senior colleagues.
• Collaborate effectively with fellow project members to accomplish team goals in an efficient manner.

Qualification Requirements:

• BS/MS in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related field with 0-1+ (BS) or 0+ (MS) years research.
• Must demonstrate research experience in mammalian recombinant protein expression systems, tissue culture, molecular cloning techniques (e.g., PCR, RT-PCR, restriction enzyme cloning, LIC), and protein analytical methods (e.g., Western blot, SDS-PAGE, ELISA, etc.).
• Experience with yeast and/or phage display, FACS, non-mammalian protein expression is a plus.