Associate Scientist, Recombinant Antibodies

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for designing and executing experiments and analyzing the resulting data in support of reagent and assay development projects with minimal supervision. This is a laboratory position to apply various molecular biological tools and techniques to develop new recombinant antibodies and other proteins.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Independently plan and perform DNA extraction, plasmid construction, polymerize chain reaction (PCR), phage display, next generation sequencing (NGS), recombinant protein expression and/or other similar molecular biological experiments.

• Designs and executes experiments, implements plans and performs troubleshooting with minimal supervision, and implements solutions to issues as needed.

• Analyzes data using spreadsheets and graphing software.  Prepares clear and concise presentations, including thoughtful summaries and recommendations for next steps. Presents to peer and supervisor review groups.  

• Leads and participates in general lab maintenance initiatives including but not limited to maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment, maintaining electronic inventory list database, physical inventory, processing/aliquotting/vialing/labeling materials, and preparing and maintaining reagent inventories. 

• May be selected to monitor and report on the infrastructure of a particular lab or functional area.

• Specific duties may vary depending upon departmental requirements. 

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, or related area is required. 

o Master’s degree is preferred. 

• A minimum of four years hands-on laboratory work experience is required. Industry experience is highly desirable. 

• Experience with running molecular biological methods, developing reagents and product development is required. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong knowledge of scientific fundamentals with an analytical background.

• Advanced knowledge of recombinant antibody technologies.  

• Demonstrated aptitude for learning of and adhering to standard laboratory techniques and safety precautions.

• Solid communication (written and verbal) skills regardless of the format (e.g., documents, public speaking situations, presentations, etc.).

• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple and often changing priorities and issues of varying complexity, while meeting time-sensitive deadlines and deliverables.

• Attention to detail with demonstrated commitment to excellence and performance. 

• Demonstrated propensity to be creative, collaborative, proactive, and self-motivated in the execution and completion of assigned tasks.  

• Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member. 

• Ability to execute complex experiments and to identify issues and propose/execute troubleshooting.  

• Strong data analysis skills. Proficient in MS Excel. Knowledge of GraphPad Prism and SharePoint is a plus.  Working knowledge of statistics.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the individual is frequently required to sit and stand for long periods. The individual is occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. 

• Up to 75 % of the day may be spent at a lab bench.

• There are aspects of the position’s duties that require a person in this role to work at heights above four (4) feet on occasion and move/lift up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Laboratory environment working with chemical reagents and performing some Biosafety Level 2 work. 

o May involve handling of BSL-2 materials and organisms including human blood and/or blood products.