Research Associate II - Antibody Applications

BioLegend, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

BioLegend, Inc. is seeking a Research Associate to characterize antibodies and support product development across Immunology, Oncology, Stem Cells and Neuroscience.

You will perform SDS-PAGE, Western blot, ELISA, flow cytometry, immunocytochemistry and immunohistochemistry, troubleshoot, and summarize experimental data with attention to SOPs. The role emphasizes collaboration, timely project updates, and maintaining a safe lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or related life science field.
• Master’s degree or 1 year lab experience preferred.
• Experience with aseptic technique and mammalian cell culture.
• Experience with antibody applications for characterization (ELISA, flow cytometry).

Responsibilities

• Support new product development and testing under ISO13485.
• Perform aseptic mammalian cell culture and prepare samples for antibody testing.
• Characterize antibodies by Western blot, ELISA, flow cytometry, and related assays.
• Analyze data and summarize results per SOPs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to update projects and documentation.
• Prioritize tasks and manage multiple work streams.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Mammalian cell culture

Immunoassay techniques

Flow cytometry

ELISA

Immunoprecipitation

SDS-PAGE

Western blot

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Neuroscience or Life Science

Master’s degree in Life Science or 1 year lab experience

Tools

SDS-PAGE

Western blot

ELISA

Flow cytometry

Immunoprecipitation

Immunocytochemistry

Immunohistochemistry

Job description

BioLegend’s Research Associate position conducts antibody characterizations and supports product development in Immunology, Oncology, Stem Cells and Neuroscience and entails various antibody applications including SDS-Page and Western blot, Immunoprecipitation, ELISA, flow cytometry, immunocytochemistry, immunohistochemistry, etc. This position will be responsible for troubleshooting and effectively communicating and summarizing experimental data.

Essential Functions

• Support new product development and testing required in a manner compliant with the ISO13485 quality management system.
• Perform aseptic mammalian cell culture. Isolate primary cells and tissues and prepare lysates, cells and tissues for antibody testing.
• Characterize antibodies by various applications including Western Blot, Immunoprecipitation, ELISA, Flow Cytometry, Immunocytochemistry, Immunohistochemistry, etc.
• Analyze and summarize data with high attention to detail in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Collaborate with other product development Research Associates and Scientists to provide project updates, to establish project timelines and to assist completion of product development documentation.
• Prioritize daily tasks to be able to work both independently as well as part of a team.
• Keep organized with attention to detail and demonstrate the ability to manage multiple work streams.
• Perform lab tasks, maintain equipment and laboratory supplies as needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean laboratory.
• Support laboratory personnel training and coordinate completion of tasks among junior personnel as needed.
• Other projects or responsibilities may be required.

Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Neuroscience or other Life Science field

OR

• Master’s degree in a Life Science field or at least 1 year of laboratory experience in an Academic or Industrial setting.

Preferred Qualifications – Education and Experience

• Experience with aseptic technique and mammalian cell culture
• Experience with two antibody applications used for antibody characterization (e.g. ELISA, flow cytometry etc)

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.

Work Environment & Physical Demands - Lab

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a laboratory environment with occasional data entry on a computer. Occasional exposure to a warehouse environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.

Compensation

The base salary range for this full-time position is $23.00 - 30.75/hour. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for a new hire in this position. The base pay actually offered to the successful candidate will take into account internal equity, work location, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Please note that base pay is only one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This range allows for the successful candidate to have an opportunity to progress within the position and develop at our company. This base pay range does not take into account bonuses, equity, or other benefits which may be applicable and are dependent on the level and position offered.

What do we offer?

We provide competitive and comprehensive benefits to our employees. Below are some highlights of our benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• Parental Benefits
• Compassionate Care Leave
• 401k with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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