Twist Bioscience
Research Associate II, Antibody Characterization
Twist Bioscience, Quincy, Massachusetts, us, 02171
Research Associate II, Antibody Characterization
USA - Quincy, MA Job Description
We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team and expand our antibody characterization department. Using state-of-the-art technologies and workflows, this Research Associate would work with the Antibody Characterization team to ensure project-specific deliverables are met across a diverse panel of discovery campaigns and contract services. The role includes wet lab experimental design, execution, and data analysis for multiple custom antibody development projects incorporating various biologics assay formats. What you will be doing Developing, running, and troubleshooting antibody characterization experiments using advanced label-free analytical techniques (e.g. BLI and SPR) in a variety of formats to evaluate binding kinetics, ligand blocking, and binning
Performing titer testing, screening, and antibody validation by ELISA and high throughput multicolor flow cytometry
Running and troubleshooting cell-based functional assays
Sample handling, sample inventory tracking and assisting with automation integration into the department
Concurrently execute multiple antibody discovery projects requiring wet lab activities, data analysis, report generation and preparation of deliverables
Record and communicate experimental details, draft reports, and deliver data with a high level of integrity and ethics
What You’ll Bring to the Team Bachelor's degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline, and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or a Master’s degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.
Experience in cell biology or immunology
Ability to troubleshoot scientific processes
Ability to work independently, but also collaborate and effectively communicate within and across departmental team
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized, detail oriented and able to operate in a fast-paced and growing environment
Preferred Skills Industry experience strongly preferred
Cell culture and aseptic technique
Understanding of antibody discovery, preferably focusing on assay development and protein characterization
Previous experience with Carterra, Octet, Hamilton, and/or iQue instruments preferred
Direct experience with ELISA and multicolor flow cytometry
About Twist Bioscience
Twist Bioscience synthesizes genes from scratch, known as “writing” DNA. Just as children learn to both read and write, the next phase of development for the genomics revolution is the ability to write DNA. At Twist Bioscience, we work in service of people who are changing the world for the better. In fields such as health care, agriculture, industrial chemicals and data storage, our unique silicon-based DNA Synthesis Platform provides precision at a scale that is otherwise unavailable to our customers. Twist Bioscience Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Twist Bioscience Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic characteristics, or any other category protected by law.
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USA - Quincy, MA Job Description
We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team and expand our antibody characterization department. Using state-of-the-art technologies and workflows, this Research Associate would work with the Antibody Characterization team to ensure project-specific deliverables are met across a diverse panel of discovery campaigns and contract services. The role includes wet lab experimental design, execution, and data analysis for multiple custom antibody development projects incorporating various biologics assay formats. What you will be doing Developing, running, and troubleshooting antibody characterization experiments using advanced label-free analytical techniques (e.g. BLI and SPR) in a variety of formats to evaluate binding kinetics, ligand blocking, and binning
Performing titer testing, screening, and antibody validation by ELISA and high throughput multicolor flow cytometry
Running and troubleshooting cell-based functional assays
Sample handling, sample inventory tracking and assisting with automation integration into the department
Concurrently execute multiple antibody discovery projects requiring wet lab activities, data analysis, report generation and preparation of deliverables
Record and communicate experimental details, draft reports, and deliver data with a high level of integrity and ethics
What You’ll Bring to the Team Bachelor's degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline, and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or a Master’s degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.
Experience in cell biology or immunology
Ability to troubleshoot scientific processes
Ability to work independently, but also collaborate and effectively communicate within and across departmental team
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized, detail oriented and able to operate in a fast-paced and growing environment
Preferred Skills Industry experience strongly preferred
Cell culture and aseptic technique
Understanding of antibody discovery, preferably focusing on assay development and protein characterization
Previous experience with Carterra, Octet, Hamilton, and/or iQue instruments preferred
Direct experience with ELISA and multicolor flow cytometry
About Twist Bioscience
Twist Bioscience synthesizes genes from scratch, known as “writing” DNA. Just as children learn to both read and write, the next phase of development for the genomics revolution is the ability to write DNA. At Twist Bioscience, we work in service of people who are changing the world for the better. In fields such as health care, agriculture, industrial chemicals and data storage, our unique silicon-based DNA Synthesis Platform provides precision at a scale that is otherwise unavailable to our customers. Twist Bioscience Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Twist Bioscience Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic characteristics, or any other category protected by law.
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