Job Summary

BioLegend has an opening for a self-motivated individual with production experience in a fast moving and dynamic environment to join our purification team!

The Biochemist I will be an integral member of a team that manufactures and provides purified antibodies to enable studies for novel applications in precision medicine, oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and stem cell research.

This position will report to a team lead and will ensure the highest quality of our finalized antibody products. This is a great opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment for you to enhance your knowledge in the biotechnology industry! In this position you will perform antibody purification via column chromatography both manually and automatically, troubleshooting of problematic errors, continue to improve methodologies for efficiency, follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)s, and cross train on a variety of other supporting tasks.

Essential Functions

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

• Follow and understand SOPs and batch records, complying with ISO policies and procedures


• Expected to be proficient in purification of monoclonal, polyclonal, and recombinant antibodies both manually and automatically


• Perform all essential functions related to antibody purification, including but not limited to the following: procuring appropriate reagents and tools, dilution, endotoxin testing, concentration, and buffer exchange of antibodies


• Possess both a basic understanding of antibody protein structures and how antibody purification is performed


• Perform basic math calculations to calculate the amount of antibodies, concentrations, dilutions, etc.


• Capable of using lab equipment including but not limited to: AKTA(s), analytical balance, centrifuge, spectrophotometer, nanodrop, UV detector, chart recorder, biosafety cabinet, andpH Meter


• Capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously both individually and in a team environment


• Assist in troubleshooting discussions


• Other responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience

• Associate's degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or other related area, biotech certification, or equivalent work experience.


• Minimum of 1 year of relevant lab experience with column chromatography, analytical assays, and detection methods in a manufacturing setting or full-time academic environment.

Preferred Qualifications - Education and Experience

• Bachelor's of science degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or other related area, biotech certification or equivalent experience


• Familiarity with ERP/MRP databases to execute production orders


• Experience working with aseptic technique in biosafety cabinet, basic protein purification, analytical assays such as endotoxin testing, SDS page, IEF, and SEC.


• Ability to perform column chromatography and the ability to use lab equipment such as AKTA, various sizes of columns, balance, pipette, spectrophotometer, Nanodrop, UV detector, agarose gel electrophoresis, endotoxin (LAL) tests, and pH meter


• Ability to meet important deadlines and due dates


• Strong multitasking/prioritization skills


• Strong oral and written communication skills

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Lab

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

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, speak, and listen.

The base salary range for this full-time position is $26.44 - $29.00/Hour. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for a new hire in this position. The base pay actually offered to the successful candidate will take into account internal equity, work location, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about thespecific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that base pay is only one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This range allows for the successful candidate to have an opportunity to progress within the position and develop at our company. This base pay range does not take into account bonuses, equity, or other benefits which may be applicable and are dependent on the level and position offered.