Absci is a generative AI drug creation company on a mission to create better biologics for patients, faster. We are the company unlocking the design of new antibodies on a computer from scratch, and we’re just getting started. It will take a state-of-the-art wet lab, artificial Intelligence, and above all else a team of brilliant Unlimiters working together to achieve our vision of breakthrough therapeutics at the click of a button, for everyone. We are gritty, creative, and we are pushing the limits of science in a way that no one has done before because that’s how we will save lives. Join us as we redefine what’s possible.
Absci is a global company with a state-of-the-art lab and headquarters in the beautiful Pacific Northwest US, ten minutes from Portland, Oregon, and its AI Research Lab in the heart of New York City. Check out this short video to learn more and see how #Unlimiters are creating drugs at the speed of AI.
Research Associate II or Senior Research Associate
Vancouver, WAAt Absci, you'll explore the exciting world of AI-generated antibodies and biological hits, assessing their cellular binding and engineering innovative cell lines for our cutting-edge programs. Our Cellular Screening Team collaborates closely with our Disease Biology team to develop and optimize cell-based assays. Your work will be pivotal in elucidating mechanisms of action (MOA), confirming desirable activity, and predicting the PK/PD properties of our promising hits and leads. Join our mission to revolutionize medicine and bring groundbreaking therapies to life!
Responsibilities:
- Utilize automation-aided cell-based ELISA and analytical flow cytometry to assess cellular EC50 for various antibodies.
- Develop and troubleshoot cell-based assays in medium- and high-throughput formats.
- Maintain mammalian cells through regular splitting, media changes, etc.
- Engineer mammalian cell lines using transposase-mediated and lentiviral gene transfer.
- Analyze data using SoftMax Pro, GraphPad Prism, or JMP.
- Prepare and present progress reports to the team and other stakeholders as needed.
Qualifications:
- Research Associate II: BS degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.
OR
- Senior Research Associate: BS degree with 5 years of related experience with a BS degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or equivalent work experience.
- Knowledge and practical experience in working in a mammalian cell culture laboratory, demonstrating confidence in using aseptic techniques.
- Experience with DOE methodology for accelerating assay development.
- Hands-on experience establishing high-throughput workflows and analyzing complex data sets.
- Demonstrated track record of working on teams cross-functionally to exceed goals.
Preferred (but not required):
- Track record in developing cell-based bioassays and potency assays.
- Experience in assay qualification or validation.
- Experience with high-content imaging systems, liquid handlers.
The salary range for this position is $78,000 - 100,000/year. Competitive equity package applies. Pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to equity, compensation packages include a wide range of medical, dental, vision benefits and ability to participate in our employee stock purchase plan.Absci offers highly competitive salaries and benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, unlimited vacation, parental leave, breakfast and lunch for onsite employees, employee assistance program, voluntary life and disability insurance, annual bonus potential, and 401(k) with a generous company match.
Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We seek candidates who will dive into our creative company culture that’s collaborative, multidisciplinary, and committed to a big vision for positive impact. We are defying conventions and innovating without boundaries. We are disrupting an industry with bold ideas and passionate pursuit of new possibilities. We are looking for original thinkers, creative scientists, and data-devoted gurus. Successful candidates will be excited to work in a dynamic environment and contribute as a key member of a project team.
If this sounds good to you, we invite you to join us in our quest to redefine possible.Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. Absci is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Absci will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
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