Associate Scientist/Scientist - Antibody Engineering

Position : Associate Scientist Scientist I

Location : Laguna Hills, CA

Company : Aureka Biotechnologies

Job Type : Full-Time

Reports To : Director

About Us :

Aureka Biotechnologies is an innovative startup focused on AI-driven antibody design to revolutionize drug development. We are a dynamic team dedicated to advancing scientific research and bringing transformative therapies to market.

As a small but growing company, we offer a collaborative environment where every team member's contribution is crucial to our success.

Job Summary :

We are seeking an outstanding scientist with a broad range of skills to support the antibody drug discovery from our proprietary antibody discovery and engineering platforms.

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated team player and be able to multitask in an exciting, fast-paced environment.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in antibody screening and characterization while contributing to cutting-edge scientific discoveries.

Key Responsibilities :

• Antibody Construction & Characterization : Antibody library construction, antibody screening utilizing flow cytometry, ELISA, and cell-based functional assays.
• Antibody Expression : such as cell-free systems
• Cell Line Maintenance : Yeast / mammalian cell lines for cell-based assays, reagent preparation, and inventory.
• Data Analysis : Analyze and interpret experimental data, prepare detailed reports, and present findings to the research team and senior management.
• Experimental Design : Collaborate with team members to design and implement experiments aligned with project goals and timelines.
• Documentation : Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records in Benchling in accordance with company policies.
• Team Collaboration : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including computational biologists, engineers, business development, and project managers, to drive research projects forward.
• Innovation : Stay current with the latest scientific literature and technological advancements to bring innovative ideas and techniques to the team.

Qualifications :

Preferred Experience : MS or Ph.D in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Biopharmaceutical, or related field with 4+ (MS) and 1+ (Ph.

D) years of relevant industry experience.

• Previous laboratory experience in molecular biology, cell culture, and protein biochemistry techniques is desirable.
• Technical Skills :
• Vector construction for transgene expression in mammalian cells, reporter gene-based assay development and qualification.
• Antibody screening and selection techniques, such as phage / yeast / mammalian cell display, hybridoma, and ribosome display.
• Any high throughput screening platform experience for ranking protein’s biophysical properties or binding affinities through biochemistry or cell-based essay.
• Any single-cell technology experience for RNA or functional analysis combined with next-generation sequencing (NGS).
• Soft Skills :
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot experiments and optimize protocols independently.

Benefits :

• Competitive salary and equity options
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and inclusive company culture
30+ days ago