Research Associate I, Protein Sciences

Overview

AlivaMab Biologics is seeking an experienced and motivated Research Associate to join our Protein Sciences Team to support protein production and characterization workflows.  As part of an interdisciplinary research team, the selected individual will be a key contributor to the progression of exciting antibody discovery and engineering efforts. This position will report to the Principal Scientist, Protein Sciences, and work closely with scientists in the Protein Sciences, Antibody Discovery, and Antibody Engineering teams. 

AlivaMab Biologics is a rapidly growing leader in the discovery of human antibody therapeutics, trusted by top-tier pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to deliver panels of drug-quality human antibodies. We deliver on our partners' design goals, from simple to extraordinarily challenging, through collaborative access to our scientists' creativity and experience combined with proven technologies, including the AlivaMab® Mouse suite of transgenic mice. We excel in the rapid and efficient delivery of molecularly diverse therapeutic antibody candidates, well-characterized for function, kinetics, and developability, with expanding capabilities for engineering advanced modalities, including multispecifics, single-domain human VH antibodies, and CARs. Our organization is dedicated to creating a healthier world through partnerships that bring better medicines to patients faster, and we recognize our success starts with hiring people who share our passion for science.

Responsibilities

• Provide standard cell culture support including maintenance of mammalian cell lines.
• Perform small to medium-scale mammalian transient expressions.
• Conduct protein purification and characterization using FPLC and HPLC systems.
• Provide support to protein production workflows and developability assessment.
• Accurately and consistently record experimental methods, materials, and results.
• Provide regular progress updates and present data at internal team meetings and department meetings.
• Collaborate seamlessly with our Antibody Discovery and Antibody Engineering teams to enable project advancement.
• Create and maintain reagents inventory both physically and electronically.
• Document the work in ELN.
• This is a full-time and lab-based position.

Qualifications

• BS in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related scientific field with 0-2 years of relevant industry experience; or MS degree.

• Demonstrated strong communication skills and ability to multi-task and work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment

• Mammalian cell culture experience is required
• Hands-on experience in transient mammalian expression is highly desirable

• Expertise in protein purification using AKTA instruments is essential

• Familiarity with biochemistry techniques (e.g ELISA) and analytical techniques (SEC-HPLC) is a plus
• Hands-on experience with automated platforms is desired
• A keen attention to detail and excellent organizational skills are required.
• High degree of integrity and professionalism and dedication to exceptional quality.
• Comfortable with a fast-paced work environment

About AlivaMab Biologics

AlivaMab Biologics sets its partners’ antibody discovery programs on the fastest and most de-risked path through discovery and development. Trusted by top-tier pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, AMB delivers drug-quality, fully human antibodies on exceptional timelines. AMB achieves its partners’ design goals, from simple to extraordinarily challenging, through the generation and function-first screening of large, molecularly diverse panels of antibodies. AMB focuses on rapid and efficient delivery of antibodies, characterized for function, kinetics, and developability, and engineering for alternative formats, including multi-specifics and CARs. The AMB team’s experience and passion for antibody drug discovery and development combined with the use of trusted, proven technologies, including Ablexis' AlivaMab® Mouse platforms, ensure the highest probability of success.

AlivaMab Biologics provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to religion, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, alienage or citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

The salary range for this position considers various factors, including skills, experience, training, certifications, and organizational needs. Note that this range does not reflect any geographic adjustments based on the location where the role will be based. At AlivaMab Biologics, it is uncommon for a new hire to start at or near the top of the salary range, as compensation is tailored to each individual’s circumstances.

The current estimated range is $54,500 – $73,500, plus a bonus target, benefits, and equity.

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