Scientist, Molecular Interactions, Discovery Biologics

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join the Molecular Interactions team within Early Biologics Characterization at Discovery Biologics in this hands-on laboratory role you will apply a range of biosensor and biochemical technologies to characterize protein therapeutics and their targets generating critical data that drives biologics discovery and candidate selection.

Responsibilities include executing and optimizing fit-for-purpose binding assays to evaluate affinity kinetics epitope specificity cross-reactivity and molecular quality of biologic therapeutics. Additional duties may include protein conjugation biophysical characterization studies implementation of new technologies and communication of results to cross-functional project teams.

We are looking for a passionate and collaborative scientist with a strong sense of curiosity a desire to solve challenging scientific problems and a commitment to generating high-quality data. Join a team where innovation scientific rigor and cutting-edge technologies come together to advance the next generation of biologic medicines.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors degree in Biomedical Sciences Biochemistry Bioengineering Molecular Biology or a related discipline with 2 years of postgraduate hands-on relevant laboratory experience

• OR Masters degree with 1 year of hands-on relevant laboratory experience

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on experience executing SPR and BLI based assays on biosensor platforms including Carterra Biacore or Octet

• Understanding of protein-protein interaction analysis including binding affinity kinetics and data interpretation

• Experience using scientific data analysis tools such as GraphPad Prism Microsoft Excel or equivalent software

• Demonstrated ability to execute experiments analyze and interpret data troubleshoot technical challenges and communicate results effectively

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments in a dynamic team-oriented environment

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing or optimizing assays using ELISA Microscale Thermophoresis (MST) KinExA or related technologies

• Experience with protein conjugation techniques

• Experience with automated liquid-handling systems

• Experience using flow cytometry or FACS

• Experience supporting biologics discovery protein sciences or therapeutic characterization programs

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