Associate Scientist - Mammalian Expression

The Mammalian Expression group in Biologics Optimization is responsible for the production of large molecule therapeutics from early stage screening through material supply in manufacturability assessments along with pre-clinical studies.

The individual should be innovative in developing methodologies that reduce cycle time and improve quality and quantity of large molecule therapeutics from recombinant mammalian expression systems.

This is a laboratory focused position in our state of the art facility in Thousand Oaks, California.

Responsibilities:

Scientific and technical expertise in transient and stable mammalian expression.

Championing innovative ideas and facilitating the development and implementation of technologies to express and optimize large molecule therapeutics.

Solving complex technical problems.

Working both independently and in cross-functional teams.

Basic Qualifications:

Master's degree and 2 years of scientific experience

OR

Bachelor's degree and 4 years of scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Two+ years of biotech/pharma industry experience with emphasis on protein production in various mammalian expression hosts

Strong knowledge and experience of expression strategies for antibodies

Experience in laboratory techniques supporting cloning, mammalian expression, titer determinations, and SDS-PAGE analysis

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work flexibly in a dynamic and collaborative environment

Experience with automated liquid handling platforms and high throughput methods

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