Research Technician – Biotherapeutic Characterization

AbCellera; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology company in Metro Vancouver seeks a highly motivated Research Technician to join their Protein Science team. The role involves characterizing therapeutic antibody candidates and contributing to assay development. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in a relevant field and hands-on experience with protein characterization techniques. The position offers competitive compensation and a robust benefits package including a lifestyle allowance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Equity in the company

Annual bonus

6% RRSP contribution

Annual Active Lifestyle Allowance

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with protein characterization techniques preferred.
• Strong documentation and communication skills are essential.
• Self-motivated and able to meet goals under tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed characterization of antibodies using analytics techniques.
• Contribute to assay development and troubleshooting.
• Plan and execute experiments independently and in collaboration.

Skills

Protein characterization techniques

Data analysis skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

BSc in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry, or related degree

Tools

Analytical chromatography (HPLC / UPLC)

Capillary electrophoresis (CE-SDS)

Light scattering (DLS, SEC-MALS)

Job description

Overview

From target to the clinic. AbCellera’s platform integrates biology, computation, and engineering to develop impactful antibody-based medicines. We’re scientists, engineers, and business professionals who work together to turn scientific insights into breakthrough medicines. We pursue truth and scientific rigor. We think independently, act with conviction, and have the courage to work at the edge of the unknown. We offer the opportunity to stretch and explore, and to work on things that matter.

Role

We are looking for a highly motivated Research Technician with demonstrated hands-on laboratory experience to join our Protein Science team. Your role will contribute to the identification of lead therapeutic antibody molecules for clinical development, while offering the opportunity to learn various protein characterization techniques in a multidisciplinary team setting. If you are a self-directed team-player who thrives in a fast-paced work environment and is keen to learn, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Conducting detailed characterization of antibodies and multispecifics using analytics and biophysics techniques such as ultra high performance liquid chromatography (UHPLC), capillary electrophoresis (CE), light scattering (DLS, MALS), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and isoelectric focusing (IEF)
• Concentrating and formulating antibodies to evaluate their drug-like properties, such as viscosity and aggregation
• Actively contributing to assay development and troubleshooting to better understand the developability properties of potential therapeutic candidates
• Planning and executing experiments, either independently or in collaboration with your team
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teammates to solve problems, analyze, interpret and communicate data, all in an effort to meet project deliverables on time
• Growing your technical skill set

Qualifications

• You have hands-on experience with, or an interest in learning, protein characterization techniques such as analytical chromatography (HPLC / UPLC), capillary electrophoresis (CE-SDS), and light scattering (DLS, SEC-MALS)
• You think critically, are curious, and want to explore new technologies and opportunities to improve antibody characterization workflows and processes
• You have a BSc in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry, Structural Biology or related degree
• You have strong data analysis skills and the ability to interpret, communicate, and document results to multidisciplinary audiences
• You are a creative problem solver and fast learner who believes in team work to tackle the most challenging scientific problems
• You are self-motivated and have the initiative and drive to meet goals under tight project timelines
• You have excellent documentation, organizational, and communication skills, with impeccable attention to detail

Benefits

AbCellera’s hiring range for this role is CAD $51,300 - $64,100 annually, commensurate with your education and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer equity, annual bonus dependent on team and company performance, and a 6% (non-match) RRSP contribution.

You will have a CAD $1,500 annual Active Lifestyle Allowance, annual vacation, professional development opportunities, and comprehensive health benefits. Scientific and technical mentorship is a priority. And you’ll find we prioritize teams and social groups to build community and connections across AbCellera.

About AbCellera

AbCellera is a global company focused on delivering breakthrough medicines that alleviate suffering, extend lives, and improve health. Our platform includes fully integrated capabilities to create first-in-class and best-in-class antibody medicines, from discovery to clinical manufacturing.

We are using our technological advantage to develop programs across multiple indications including endocrine and metabolic conditions, oncology, and inflammation and autoimmunity. We’re advancing programs involving complex transmembrane proteins, bispecifics, and antibody drug conjugates.

Creating medicines is the most important work we can do. When tenacious people share a vision and work together, they can truly have a positive impact. That’s why we hire for character and intelligence, not just for CVs or experience.

We look for people with drive and energy. People we trust. People who need to know their days are being well spent. That their work really matters. In the end, our success will be measured by the impact of our medicines.

To apply

Please submit your application through our website and refer to Job ID 23305 in your cover letter. We apologize in advance, but we receive a large volume of applications and are only able to contact those who are selected for an interview. All communication from our Talent Discovery team will come from an @abcellera.com email address.