Antibody Discovery Scientist

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Windlesham; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd in the UK is seeking an Antibody Discovery Scientist to join a leading biopharmaceutical company. You will work on bovine antibodies using in vitro display and single B cell technologies to drive innovative therapies.

The role focuses on discovery platforms, workflows, and collaboration with a dynamic team to deliver fit-for-purpose antibodies across disease areas. Windlesham relocation noted.

Qualifications

• A Degree or higher in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Experience with display techniques such as phage or yeast display.
• Expertise in antibody research, protein engineering, sequencing, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Discover and optimise monoclonal antibodies to support the therapeutic pipeline.
• Generate bespoke display libraries for antibody discovery and refinement.
• Apply phage- and yeast-display techniques for library screening and selection.
• Prepare and analyse sequencing datasets to inform decisions.

Skills

Antibody discovery

Phage display

Yeast display

Next-generation sequencing

Protein engineering

Data analysis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree or higher in molecular biology/biochemistry or related field

Job description

ROLE OVERVIEW We are currently looking for an Antibody Discovery Scientist to join a leading biopharmaceutical company based in the UK, supporting their innovative antibody research and development efforts. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge discovery projects focused on bovine antibodies, helping to shape the future of therapeutics through advanced in vitro display and single B cell technologies. This role offers a unique chance to work within a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering fit-for-purpose antibodies for multiple disease areas. The successful candidate will play a pivotal part in the design, development, and application of novel antibody discovery platforms and workflows.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Play a key role in the discovery and optimisation of monoclonal antibodies to support the company's therapeutic pipeline.
• Generate high-quality, bespoke display libraries for antibody discovery and refinement.
• Apply state-of-the-art phage- and yeast-display techniques for library screening and selection.
• Prepare and analyse next-generation sequencing datasets to inform decision-making.
• As the Antibody Discovery Scientist you will perform binding assays to assess affinity and kinetics of antibody-antigen interactions.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• A Degree or higher level in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Proven experience in display techniques such as phage or yeast display.
• Demonstrable expertise in antibody research, protein engineering, next-generation sequencing, and data analysis.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a passion for advancing innovative therapies.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Within this role, you will have the opportunity to work in a leading biopharmaceutical environment that values innovation and scientific excellence. You will support groundbreaking projects and collaborate with top-tier scientists, opening pathways for career growth in antibody research and development.

Key Words: antibody / discovery / phage display / yeast display / next-generation sequencing / protein engineering / biopharmaceutical / research / pipeline / workflows

This position is VDI-only with no provided equipment, and our client anticipates a future office move to Windlesham, Surrey (date TBA).

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the STEM sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career.