Research Associate I/II - Exploratory R&D
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
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Time-Off
- Parental Benefits
- Compassionate Care Leave
- 401k with Company Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
