Job Description

Associate Scientist Discovery

Rockville MD Full-time Onsite

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental research supporting biologics drug discovery programs.
• Perform molecular cloning plasmid preparation protein expression and purification.
• Execute antibody characterization using ELISA Western blotting immunocytochemistry flow cytometry and HPLC.
• Maintain and culture mammalian cells; design and perform cell-based assays.
• Analyze interpret and report experimental results with high scientific rigor.
• Support cross-functional project teams and contribute to experimental planning and troubleshooting.
• Maintain laboratory organization documentation and compliance with safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Molecular Biology Biochemistry Immunology Neurosciece or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of hands-on lab experience in molecular or cell biology research.
• Demonstrated experience with molecular biology methods such as cloning expression and purification.
• Familiarity with antibody-based assays (ELISA flow cytometry Western blotting) preferred.
• Strong technical skills in cellular and biochemical assay development.
• Prior industry experience in a biotech start-up or translational research setting (preferred)
• Exposure to antibody discovery programs or biologics development (preferred)
• Understanding of regulatory processes and IND-enabling documentation (preferred)
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities with a collaborative and proactive mindset.

Recruiter in Charge: Jeff Caskey

Managing Partner

Required Experience:

IC

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