Associate Scientist
Responsibilities
- Perform AKTA/FPLC-based purifications (Affinity, ion-exchange (IEX), hydrophobic interaction chromatography (HIC), size-exclusion chromatography (SEC), and other chromatography-based methods) with a focus on antibody-based molecules.
- Conduct biochemical and biophysical characterization of proteins and antibodies using analytical HPLC, SDS-PAGE, endotoxin testing, and LC-MS.
- Perform transient and stable mammalian cell expression of recombinant proteins and antibodies, as needed.
- Maintain detailed laboratory documentation and experimental records.
- Support inventory management, reagent preparation, and laboratory organization.
Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
- Minimum of 2 years of hands-on laboratory experience in protein purification, protein analytics, or related biologics research in an academic or industry setting.
- Proficiency with AKTA/FPLC chromatography systems, HPLC, and related laboratory equipment.
- Experience with protein characterization and analytical techniques.
- Ability to follow established protocols with strong attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Skills
- Knowledge of antibody formats, isotypes, and structures.
- Understanding of sterile technique and mammalian cell culture practices.
- Familiarity with automation such as KingFisher and Hamilton.
- Hands-on experience in DNA construct design and molecular cloning.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional research environment.
- Demonstrated scientific analysis and problem-solving skills.
Pay Transparency
The typical base pay for this role across the U.S. is: $25.00 - $27.00 /hour. Non-exempt positions are eligible for overtime at a rate of 1.5 times the base hourly rate for all hours worked in excess of 40 in a work week, or as required by state or local law. Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience. Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, health savings accounts with qualified medical plan enrollment, 10 paid days off, 3 days paid bereavement leave, 401(k) plan participation with employer match, life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, dependent care flexible spending account, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, accommodations and reimbursement for work travel, and discretionary performance or recognition bonus. Sick leave and mobile phone reimbursement provided based on state or local law. Consent to Communication and Use of AI Technology: By submitting your application for this position and providing your email address(es) and/or phone number(s), you consent to receive text (SMS), email, and/or voice communication whether automated (including auto telephone dialing systems or automatic text messaging systems), pre-recorded, AI-assisted, or individually initiated from Aditi Consulting, our agents, representatives, or affiliates at the phone number and/or email address you have provided. These communications may include information about potential opportunities and information. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. You represent and warrant that the email address(es) and/or telephone number(s) you provided to us belong to you and that you are permitted to receive calls, text (SMS) messages, and/or emails at these contacts. You also acknowledge and agree to Aditi Consulting LLC’s use of AI technology during the sourcing process, including calls from an AI Voice Recruiter. AI is used solely to gather data and does not replace human-based decision-making in employment decisions. Calls may be recorded. Consent is not a condition of purchasing any property, goods, or services. You may revoke your consent at any time by replying “STOP” to messages or by contacting privacy@aditiconsulting.com. For information about our collection, use, and disclosure of applicant's personal information as well as applicants' rights over their personal information, please see our Privacy Policy . #AditiConsulting # 26 - 04313