Research Associate - Target Discovery

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to join our Target Discovery team working at the interface of immunotherapy and antibody research. This position will work hands-on with immunoassays and antibody characterization to support discovery and validation of novel therapeutic targets. The role offers exposure to the full pipeline – from assay development and antibody screening to experimental validation of candidate targets. This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate seeking industry research experience in immunology, cancer biology, or protein and antibody sciences.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and execute ELISA-based assays (direct, indirect, sandwich, and competitive formats) to characterize antibody binding and specificity.
• Screen and characterize candidate antibodies for affinity, specificity, and cross-reactivity against target and off-target antigens.
• Troubleshoot and optimize assay conditions to ensure reproducible, high-quality results.
• Prepare, aliquot, and manage antibody and antigen reagents, ensuring accurate inventory and documentation.
• Analyze and document experimental results; contribute to internal datasets and presentations.
• Collaborate with computational and translational scientists to interpret data and support identification and validation of candidate therapeutic targets.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in biological sciences or a related field (immunology, cancer biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and/or bioengineering).
• Hands-on experience with ELISA and/or other immunoassays is essential.
• Experience with ELISA and liquid-handling automation is a plus.
• Western blotting and flow cytometry experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with mammalian cell culture is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow complex protocols.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.