Research Associate I/II - Exploratory R&D

Revvity•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

BioLegend is looking for a Research Associate to join the Exploratory R&D team. The Research Associate will be involved in new cell culture reagent product development and supporting existing products. General responsibilities include determining the feasibility and launching of new products through establishing/executing optimized cell culture models, collaborating with manufacturing/quality control teams for tech. transfers, and troubleshooting issues associated with existing products. This role requires mammalian cell culture experience while knowledge of process development for reagents such as small- & large-scale antibody production is a plus. Candidates must have excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy while being able to maintain good documentation practices and generate reports. In addition, this role requires proficiency in computer software use (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Requirements

B. S. or M.S. in Biology, Immunology or another related field
At least 2 years of relevant experience working in an academic or industry laboratory
1-2+ years of cell culturing experience
1-2+ years of experience with SDS-PAGE, ELISA, and flow cytometry
Mammalian cell culture experience
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
Ability to maintain good documentation practices and generate reports
Proficiency in computer software use (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of process development for reagents such as small- & large-scale antibody production
Experience culturing and handling primary cells such as PBMCs and adult stem/progenitor cells
Experience in cell-based assays
Experience in development or characterization of antibodies (Ig quantification, flow cytometry, etc.)

Responsibilities

Design the experiment together with the supervisor scientists
Conduct experiments and analyze results independently
Lead assigned laboratory activities such as training, ordering supplies, and keeping inventories updated
Create SOPs and other documentation relevant to product development
Troubleshoot cell-based assays
Perform relevant primary and cell line culture
Quantify and characterize antibodies by multiple techniques (SDS-PAGE, ELISA, flow cytometry, and others)
Troubleshooting and conducting process improvements on cell culture
Perform ISO-compliant documentation
Work independently as well as part of a team
Capable of multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced goal-driven environment
Communicate and collaborate effectively with teams including R&D, Product Development, Manufacturing, and Quality Control
Other projects or responsibilities may be required