Senior Research Associate – High Throughput Screening
Locally based in Cambridge, UK, the role reports to the Director of Production and is part of the Danaher Affinity Reagent Autonomous Lab (DARAL). The position is on‑site.
Responsibilities
- Express and purify antibodies, VHHs, or other binder formats.
- Evaluate candidate binders for target interaction and characterize their biophysical properties.
- Perform molecular cloning to support screening and optimization workflows.
Essential Requirements
- BSc and/or MSc in a life sciences subject.
- At least 2 years of hands‑on industry experience in antibody expression and screening (e.g., bacterial expression, mammalian transfection, ELISA, SPR).
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot experimental issues, manage multiple tasks in parallel, and communicate progress clearly within a team.
Preferred Experience
- Cloning and antibody reformatting.
- High‑throughput or semi‑automated workflows (e.g., plate‑based cloning, standardized documentation, workflow transfer).
- Antibody conjugation or labeling techniques (e.g., biotin or fluorescent labeling).
Benefits
Abcam offers comprehensive benefit programs, including health care and paid time off, to enhance life beyond work.
