Associate Scientist
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Summary
Join Gilead Sciences in Oxford as an Associate Scientist focused on antibody engineering. This role involves contributing to the design and development of novel protein therapeutics for autoimmune diseases, working in a collaborative environment with cutting-edge techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
- Recombinant protein expression/production, using mammalian expression systems
- Downstream purification, using ÄKTA purification systems, and biophysical/functional characterisation using well established techniques, including SPR
- Analyse and troubleshoot experimental data to support pipeline progression
- Stay updated with scientific literature and advances in protein engineering to incorporate best practices into your work
Core Requirements/Qualifications/Skills:
- BSc or MSc degree in Molecular Biology or Biochemistry (or a related discipline) with hands-on laboratory experience
- Experience in mammalian cell culture and recombinant protein expression, purification, and characterisation. Knowledge of and experience of using molecular cloning techniques would be desirable
- Strong analytical and practical skills, with high attention to detail demonstrated through academic or research achievements
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic about solving problems and contributing to project pipelines
- Team player with excellent collaboration skills and experience working in multidisciplinary teams
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities, with a demonstrated ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced research environment.
Job Description
Associate Scientist – Protein Therapeutics, Oxford
Position Overview: Join us at Gilead Sciences Oxford city site (previously MiroBio Ltd.) nestled in the vibrant and thriving Business Park. This role focuses on antibody engineering and development, with the goal of discovering transformative therapies for autoimmune diseases. You’ll work in a collaborative and dynamic environment, closely partnering with both internal and external teams, while gaining hands-on experience in cutting-edge protein engineering techniques.
Role Purpose: To contribute to the design and development of novel protein therapeutics, which will support early research all the way through to lead candidate nomination for pre-clinical studies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Recombinant protein expression/production, using mammalian expression systems
- Downstream purification, using ÄKTA purification systems, and biophysical/functional characterisation using well established techniques, including SPR
- Analyse and troubleshoot experimental data to support pipeline progression
- Stay updated with scientific literature and advances in protein engineering to incorporate best practices into your work
Ideal Qualifications:
We value diverse perspectives and contributions to our mission. Below are the qualifications and skills we are looking for in this role:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- BSc or MSc degree in Molecular Biology or Biochemistry (or a related discipline) with hands-on laboratory experience
- Experience in mammalian cell culture and recombinant protein expression, purification, and characterisation. Knowledge of and experience of using molecular cloning techniques would be desirable
Skills and Attributes:
- Strong analytical and practical skills, with high attention to detail demonstrated through academic or research achievements
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic about solving problems and contributing to project pipelines
- Team player with excellent collaboration skills and experience working in multidisciplinary teams
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities, with a demonstrated ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced research environment.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and collaborative team environment where innovation thrives
- The chance to work on impactful projects aimed at transforming therapeutic options for autoimmune diseases
- Exposure to state-of-the-art techniques and technologies in protein and antibody engineering