Automated Antibody Engineering Scientist
Core
Design and execute molecular biology workflows for antigen and antibody construct development to provide validated reagents for downstream immunoassay development in pet health diagnostics.
Role type
Scientist II, hands-on IC molecular biologist specializing in antibody engineering
Builds
Validated antibody and antigen reagents for IDEXX diagnostics
Domain
Life Sciences / In Vitro Diagnostics / Molecular Biology
Required skills
molecular biology techniques (primer design, PCR, cloning, site-directed mutagenesis), recombinant protein/antibody expression (mammalian, insect, bacterial), protein characterization (SDS-PAGE, Western blot, ELISA, BLI, SEC), laboratory automation (liquid handling systems), protein purification (FPLC)
Preferred skills
antibody discovery platforms (hybridoma, phage display, single B-cell cloning), immunoassay development, binding assay technologies (SPR)
Responsibilities
Design and execute molecular biology workflows for construct development; Develop and optimize recombinant expression constructs; Devise and execute antibody generation workflows; Perform protein and antibody characterization; Develop and maintain automated liquid handling protocols; Collaborate with LC/MS and genomics teams; Partner with downstream immunoassay development teams; Document experiments and maintain accurate electronic records
Seniority
Mid-level Scientist (5-7 years experience with Bachelor's or 3-5 years with Master's)
