Sr. Scientist - Molecular Cloning

Job Title

Sr. Scientist - Molecular Cloning

Location(s)

San Diego - BioLegend

About Us

Revvity is a developer and provider of end-to-end solutions designed to help scientists, researchers, and clinicians solve the world’s greatest health challenges. We pair the enthusiasm of an industry disruptor with the experience of a longtime leader. Our diverse team of 11,000+ colleagues from around the globe are vital to our success and the reason we’re able to push boundaries in pursuit of better human health.

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Job Summary

This position is responsible for developing recombinant protein and antibody research products in Molecular Cellular Biology group by using cutting-edge synthetic biological technology. The duties include gene cloning and expression vector design to implement gene-to-protein workflows to produce high-quality recombinant protein, including recombinant antibody for use as a research reagent. In addition, this position is responsible to establish needed capabilities & technologies to build a strong rabbit monoclonal antibody development & manufacturing platform. This position offers a significant opportunity for learning and leading synthetic biology field and career growth in biotechnology industry.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• DNA cloning, vector construction and design, advanced molecular biology techniques, and optimizing gene expression constructs to promote desired gene expression characteristics (high expression, stoichiometry, chain ratio balance etc).
• Analyze and interpret data, maintain laboratory notebooks and database, and generate written reports.
• Act as a supervisor to the laboratory staff and work closely in a team environment, collaborating with various colleagues in recombinant protein/antibody product and technology development.
• Other projects or responsibilities as may be required.

​Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience

• PhD in Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemical Engineering or related life science discipline with more than 6 years of relevant industrial experience
• 4 years of experience supervising Jr. technical staff

Preferred Qualifications – Education and Experience

• Previous hands on experience in recombinant, biological active protein expression construct design and evaluation using mammalian cells and E. Coli.
• Strong scientific understanding of recombinant protein & antibody expression, cell line and gene editing technologies as well as the ability to explore and develop new technologies and approaches.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Office

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting. Occasional exposure to a laboratory and warehouse environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.

Lab

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a laboratory environment with occasional data entry on a computer. Occasional exposure to a warehouse environment.

The physical dem