Computational Immunologist – Bioinformatics

Ambrosia Labs; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Remote work potential

Job summary

Ambrosia Labs in Connecticut seeks a Computational Immunologist with expertise in bioinformatics to support the development of serological assays and antigen discovery for human pathogens.

You will design experiments, analyze sequencing data, perform HTS design, and train colleagues while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to test concept antigens, write protocols, and present findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in bioinformatics (Ph.D. or MS with experience).
• Experience with phage display, mRNA display, or ribosome display is advantageous.
• Ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
• Experience working in an R&D laboratory and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist design, development, and evaluation of antigen discovery processes.
• Independently analyzes data and presents findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and train colleagues.
• Write protocols, SOPs, and technical reports.
• Maintain awareness of safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Phage display experience

Sequence analysis

Data interpretation

Scientific communication

Education

Ph.D. in Bioinformatics

M.S. in Bioinformatics with experience

Tools

SQL

Oracle PL/SQL

R

SAS

SPSS

Linux

Windows

macOS

Job description

Computational Immunologist – Bioinformatics

The Company:

Ambrosia Labs is a multi-faceted project-oriented startup geared towards Research and Development in the Physical, Biological, and Engineering Sciences. Our Biologics Solutions Group (BSG) is poised on developing innovative Biological Assays with companion diagnostics for detection of antibodies against selected organisms known to be human pathogens.

Job Description:

We are looking for a highly-motivated Computational Biologist/Immunologist with a background in phage display and sequence analysis and a track record of scientific accomplishment. They will assist our new biologics development team in the rational design, development, and evaluation of processes for identifying antigens, towards the development of novel serological assays to detect infections for organisms which are known to be human pathogens, using sera from previously infected hosts. The role of this scientist will be to aid in establishing robust preclinical theoretical and in vitro models to test proof of concept antigen detection, design experiments in collaboration with other team members, analyze data, and communicate results to internal and external stakeholders.

Other Duties include:

• Routine Molecular Biology tasks such as PCR-based cloning, construct design, site-directed mutagenesis, expression vector engineering etc.
• Expertise in HTS library design and sequence analysis
• Independently presents/defends scientific findings in project team or department meetings
• Actively participates in cross-functional teams/initiatives
• Designs and executes non-routine experiments with minimal supervision
• Independently analyzes and interprets experimental results
• Independently proposes, follows up and troubleshoots scientific experiments
• Demonstrates technical expertise, as well as the ability to train colleagues
• Independently writes protocols, SOPs, technical reports

An advanced degree in bioinformatics (Ph.D. required or MS combined with experience) and strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience in phage display, mRNA display, or ribosome display is highly advantageous.

Additional Requirements:

• Must have relevant experience working in a research and development laboratory environment.
• Must be able to produce publications in peer-reviewed journals and international conference proceedings.
• Ability to understand and abide by government safety rules and regulations.
• Experience with SQL and or Oracle PL/SQL a strong plus. Some knowledge of basic statistics or statistical packages such as "R", SAS or SPSS is a plus.
• Experience with network administration in a mixed environment (Linux, Windows, OSX) is a plus.

Additional Information:

We offer a very competitive salary and excellent health benefits. This role is based outofConnecticut but the candidate may be able to work remotely based on team leader approval. This is a perfect opportunity to get in on the ground floor of an up and coming organization with a great corporate culture, relaxed environment, and very ambitious goals.

Ambrosia Labs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.