Immunology R&D Scientist: Antigen & Vaccine Research

Bimeda, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimeda, Inc. in Omaha, NE is seeking scientists to design, execute, and interpret experiments on antigen expression, purification, and formulation, and to perform core molecular biology and cell culture techniques.

The role spans multiple levels from entry to senior, with responsibilities including safety studies, GLP records, regulatory contributions, and mentoring of junior staff; degrees range from a Bachelor's to Ph.D. depending on level.

Qualifications

• Hands-on molecular biology/cell culture techniques; ELISA/Western blot familiarity

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and interpret experiments on antigen expression, purification, characterization, adjuvant selection, and formulation.
• Perform core molecular biology, microbiology, and cell culture techniques (PCR, cloning, Western blot, ELISA).
• Run and develop immunological assays (SNT, VN, HI, ELISA, ELISpot, multiplex cytokine, FACS) at senior levels.
• Support or lead in vitro/in vivo safety and efficacy studies, including vaccination-challenge trials.
• Maintain GLP-compliant lab records; prepare reagents, media, and challenge materials.
• Contribute to USDA Outline of Production, license applications, study reports, and SOPs; author/revise.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell culture

Immunoassays (ELISA)

PCR/Western blot

GLP compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related life sciences

Master's preferred for higher levels

Job description

Bimeda, Inc. in Omaha, NE is seeking scientists to design, execute, and interpret experiments on antigen expression, purification, and formulation, and to perform core molecular biology and cell culture techniques.

The role spans multiple levels from entry to senior, with responsibilities including safety studies, GLP records, regulatory contributions, and mentoring of junior staff; degrees range from a Bachelor's to Ph.D. depending on level.