Sr. Associate Scientist, Antibody Discovery, High-Throughput Screening

Role summary

The qualified candidate will be joining the Biomedicine Design (BMD) organization to contribute to the discovery of biotherapeutics in Cambridge, MA. The candidate will be a member of a team that develops and executes high-throughput assays for biomolecules, using our suite of automation equipment. The qualified candidate will contribute to the discovery and development of therapeutics antibodies. He or she will participate in design, validation, and execution of cutting-edge assays at benchtop scale or on high-throughput screening platforms. The successful candidate will demonstrate clear and professional verbal and written communication and be capable of presenting scientific results to multidisciplinary teams. This is an ideal opportunity for a scientist who is looking to be part of the team that makes the next Pfizer breakthrough in drug development.

Role Responsibilities:

• Participate in development, validation, and execution of medium/high throughput cell-based and biochemical assays related to oncology, immunology, inflammation among others. Readouts may include fluorescence-based binding assays and flow cytometry, with opportunities to expand
• Work both independently and as part of a collaborative team to implement assays that support early antibody discovery and optimization.
• Analyze, interpret, and report experimental results at team meetings.
• Maintain detailed records of experimental protocols and data in laboratory notebooks.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years of experience with a degree in biochemistry, cell biology, chemical engineering, or related field
• Track record of high-quality execution of standard laboratory operating procedures.
• Experience with biochemical or cell-based assays
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, with ability to prioritize workloads and work on multiple tasks concurrently
• Creative, innovative, with strong problem-solving approach
• Strong computational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with fluorescent readout technologies such as DELFIA, HTRF.
• Experience with microscopy and flow cytometry.
• Familiarity with operating laboratory automation.
• Experience in drafting protocols and reporting scientific results. Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying technical information in a clear and thorough manner.
• Able to work with people cross-functionally on multiple tasks.

Other Job Details:

• Last Date to Apply for Job: June 13, 2022
• Eligible for Relocation Package: YES
• Eligible for Employee Referral Bonus: YES

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