Research Associate ll, Protein Analytics (Onsite in Quincy, MA)

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team and expand our bioanalytical department. Using state-of-the-art technologies and workflows, this Research Associate would work with the Protein Analytics team to ensure project-specific deliverables are met across a diverse panel of discovery campaigns and contract services. The role would involve wet lab experimental design, execution, and data analysis for multiple custom antibody development projects incorporating various biologics assay formats.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Developing, running, and troubleshooting antibody and protein purification using affinity and ion exchange chromatography
• Performing HPLC-based antibody characterization assays (i.e. SEC, HIC and CIC) and assessing antibody developability using techniques such as BVP ELISA, AC-SINS, DLS, and nanoDSF
• Sample handling, sample inventory tracking and assisting with automation integration into the department
• Concurrently execute multiple antibody discovery projects requiring wet lab activities, data analysis, report generation and preparation of deliverables
• Record and communicate experimental details, draft reports, and deliver data with a high level of integrity and ethics

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline, and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or a Master’s degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.
• Strong knowledge of biologics characterization, preferably in recombinant protein purification, assay development and protein characterization
• Direct experience with SDS-PAGE and protein quantification
• Ability to troubleshoot scientific processes
• Ability to work independently, but also collaborate and effectively communicate within
• and across departmental teams
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, detail oriented and able to operate in a fast-paced and growing environment

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience with AKTA, HPLC, Hamilton, Prometheus Panta, and/or Octet instruments preferred
• Industry experience strongly preferred
• Experience with ELISA and endotoxin assays

About Twist Bioscience

Twist Bioscience synthesizes genes from scratch, known as “writing” DNA. Just as children learn to both read and write, the next phase of development for the genomics revolution is the ability to write DNA.

At Twist Bioscience, we work in service of people who are changing the world for the better. In fields such as health care, agriculture, industrial chemicals and data storage, our unique silicon-based DNA Synthesis Platform provides precision at a scale that is otherwise unavailable to our customers.

Twist Bioscience Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Twist Bioscience Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic characteristics, or any other category protected by law.