Research Associate II

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team and expand our bioanalytical department. Using state-of-the-art technologies and workflows, this Research Associate would work with the Protein Analytics team to ensure project-specific deliverables are met across a diverse panel of discovery campaigns. The role would involve wet lab experimental design, execution, and data analysis for multiple custom antibody development projects incorporating various biologics assay formats. What You’ll Be Doing Developing, running, and troubleshooting antibody and protein purification (i.e., affinity and ion exchange chromatography) Performing HPLC-based antibody characterization assays (i.e. SEC, HIC and CIC) and other molecular assessment tools (i.e. BVP ELISA, PSR and CSI-BLI) Sample handling, sample inventory tracking and assisting with automation integration into the department Concurrently execute multiple antibody discovery projects requiring wet lab activities, data analysis, report generation and preparation of deliverables Record and communicate experimental details, draft reports, and deliver data with a high level of integrity and ethics Follow regulatory and ISO 13485 requirements What You’ll Bring to the Team Strong knowledge of biologics characterization, preferably in recombinant protein purification, assay development and protein characterization Previous experience with AKTA, HPLC, Hamilton and/or Octet instruments preferred Direct experience with ELISA, SDS-PAGE, protein quantification and endotoxin assays Ability to troubleshoot scientific processes Ability to work independently, but also collaborate and effectively communicate within and across departmental teams Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Highly organized, detail oriented and able to operate in a fast-paced and growing environment.