Senior Scientist, Biophysical and Biochemical Assay Development (Biacore or Carterra expereince)

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With decades of deep immunology expertise and experience in developing and optimizing mRNA as part of its broad suite of novel technologies, the company is working with the global community to defeat life-threatening and serious diseases such as cancer, COVID-19, malaria and tuberculosis. The first ever approved mRNA vaccine was created in the labs of BioNTech in Mainz, Germany. A fully integrated immunotherapy powerhouse. We remain focused on bringing our broad pipeline of next-generation immunotherapies and vaccines to people around the world to address cancer, infectious diseases, as well as a growing list of other medical conditions. To accomplish this, we continue to be deeply rooted in science and academic research while also having built a fully integrated, global immunotherapy company with cGMP and GMP manufacturing facilities anchored around deep expertise in immunology and complemented by an expanding set of capabilities.
 

 

Senior Scientist, Biophysical and Biochemical Assay Development (Biacore or Carterra expereince)

 

Responsibilities: 

• Independently design, execute and troubleshoot HT-SPR based assay to evaluate binding kinetics, affinity, specificity, and epitope binning of biotherapeutic candidates.
• Develop and execute biochemical assays including AlphaLISA, TR-FRET and FP.
• Develop and integrate new technologies and/or workflows into existing one to facilitate rapid and high-throughput characterization of biotherapeutic candidates.
• Critically analyze and interpret data and present the results to other scientific teams and stakeholders to support lead candidate selection across multiple projects.
• Maintenance of instrumentation and provide training to newer scientists and research associates.
• Tracking and compiling results in an electronic notebook.

 

Experience:

• PhD in Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related field with 3-4 years of relevant research and/or pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry experience.
• In-depth knowledge and hands on experience in high throughout characterization of protein-based ligands using SPR and BLI.
• Proven record of developing and executing binding kinetic, competition and epitope binning analysis.
• Experience in developing and executing biochemical assays such as AlphaLISA, TR-FRET, ELISA and FP.
• Able to operate, maintain and troubleshoot Biacore and Carterra LSA.
• Pro-active mentality and ability to work independently, as well as in a collaborative environment to meet project goals.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Experience with liquid handling robotics and laboratory automation is a plus.
• Experience in protein expression and purification is a plus.
   

Benefits for you:
 

BioNTech US is committed to the well being of our team members and offers a variety of benefits supporting our diverse employee base. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Life, AD&D, STD and LTD Insurance

• HSA & FSA Spending Accounts

• Health & Wellness, including free onsite gym access

• Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance

• Vacation and Unlimited Sick Time

• Holidays and Floating Holidays, including discretionary winter shutdown

• 401(K) Plan with Significant Company Match

• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development

• Commuting Assistance and subsidized parking

• Discounted Home and Auto Insurance

• Pet Insurance

Plus more benefits that will be shared upon hire!

 

Have we kindled your pioneering spirit? 
 

Then apply now for our location Cambridge (Boston) and simply send us your application documents using our online form.

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