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Scientist III (cell- and protein- based functional
Contract: Cambridge, Massachusetts, US
Salary Range: 50.00 - 60.00 | Per Hour
Job Code: 359999
End Date: 2025-03-16
Job Status: Expired
This Job is no longer accepting applications
Position Details:
Industry: Pharmaceutical
Job Title: Scientist III (cell- and protein- based functional characterization for antibodies) - Onsite
Location: Cambridge, MA 02139
Duration: 12+ months contract [+ Possibilities of extension]
Pay Range: $50-$60/hr
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Experience with fluorescent based assay development with expertise in cell-culture, flow cytometry, ELISA/microplate cytometry and imaging platforms.
Description:
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Discovery Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine is seeking a highly motivated research scientist to join the Cell and Functional Biology group.
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In this role, you will be responsible for the design and execution of cell- and protein- based functional characterization assays for lead antibody identification/optimization and collaborating to generate stage-gate appropriate in vitro / cellular / in vivo data packages supporting PoC.
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The ideal candidate should have strong experience working with antibodies, significant experience in immunoassays (such as ELISAs) and familiarity with automation technologies is highly valued.
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The applicant should be able to analyze, document, and report data. You should possess excellent communication skills and be comfortable presenting in group settings.
Job Responsibilities:
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Onboarding of materials and cataloging into our internal systems with a strong attention to quality and details when exercising organizational, documentation and communication skills.
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Conduct high throughput antibody screening and characterization to assess binding, functional and polyreactive attributes.
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Analyze and interpret results, placing data in proper scientific context through review of relevant literature and reporting these findings at team meetings.
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Perform general laboratory research competently and independently, modifying and troubleshooting experimental design and instrumentation to suit the needs of research.
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Support the expansion of high throughput screening platforms and assay design and the evaluation of novel technologies.
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The ideal candidate is expected to work on multiple projects in a team environment.
Qualifications:
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BS with 5+ years of experience or MS with 3+ years of experience. PhD will be overqualified.
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Proficient in conceptualization and implementation of in vitro cell-based assays.
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Experience with fluorescent based assay development with expertise in cell-culture, flow cytometry, ELISA/microplate cytometry and imaging platforms.
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Proficiency in data analysis and statistical software.
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Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment.
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Strong attention to quality and details when exercising organizational, documentation and communication skills.
Desirable (but not required):
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Experience with high-throughput screening, programming and multi-specific antibodies.
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Experience with external collaborations and partnerships.
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Industry experience is more important than the level of education.
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Detail-oriented
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Highly organized
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Ability to multitask effectively
Job Requirement
- FACS
- FLOW CYTOMETRY
- MAMMALIAN CELL CULTURE
- CELL LINES
- PCR
- DDPCR
- RTPCR
- ELISA
- Immunofluorescence
Reach Out to a Recruiter
- Recruiter
- Phone
- Niharika Shrivastava
- niharika.shrivastava@collabera.com
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