Scientist
IQVIA•Durham, NC
•$58,800 - $122,500•Onsite
About The Position
The Specifica team at IQVIA is seeking a scientist to help develop and execute antibody discovery strategies in a highly collaborative research environment. This role will advance in vitro display technologies for lead antibody identification and optimization across antibody discovery programs for IQVIA partners worldwide.
Requirements
- BS or Ms degree in Biochemistry, Biochemical Engineering, or related disciplines; PhD in Biochemistry, Biochemical Engineering, or related disciplines
- BS or Ms degree in Biochemistry, Biochemical Engineering, or related disciplines with typically 1-2 years of experience. PhD with 0-1 years of experience.
- Hands-on experience with in vitro antibody discovery display technologies such as phage, yeast, or mammalian display
- Extensive experience and knowledge in antibody engineering and optimization
- Strong molecular biology skills
- Familiarity with sequence analysis tools
- Experience with flow cytometry
- Other Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
Nice To Haves
- Ability to explore and develop new approaches to advance innovative in vitro discovery and screening technologies
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to operate as a team player in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment across functional and therapeutic areas
- Adaptability to rapid changes in project priorities and timelines
Responsibilities
- Implement novel selection strategies for the discovery and screening of antibodies
- Design and execute in vitro display technologies for lead antibody identification and optimization
- Identify and solve technical problems independently while developing innovative research ideas
- Provide project updates, analyses, and scientific advice to partners and senior management
- Ensure consistency and quality of technical reports
- Engage with internal and external scientific leaders to support collaborative research
- Contribute scientific insights across therapeutic areas and antibody discovery programs
Benefits
- Integrated benefits programs and resources to take care of our employees' physical, mental and emotional, financial and social well-being
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
