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• The Global Biotherapeutic Technologies department has a contractor position in the Biophysics, Biooanalytics and Bioconjugation group supporting the End-to-End Biologics initiative to develop an in silico computational tool that can predict the viscosity of antibodies and enable molecular engineering for improved develop-ability. 

• The scientist will provide experimental viscosity data for a library of antibodies as well as various biophysical characterizations such as DSC and aSEC to ensure these engineered variants retain the desired stability attributes.

Responsibilities: 

• Molecular assessment of the engineered variants using various bioanalytical techniques (ie., DSC, DLS, aSEC)

• Generate viscosity data using Anton-Parr rheometer

Qualifications 

• BA/BS with 1-3 years of relevant experience

• Effective bench scientist; proficient in a range of general lab techniques

• Knowledgeable in bioanalytical techniques such as DSC, aSEC and DLS

• Ideal to have experience with protein purification

• Detail oriented and organized

• Able to grasp complex procedures and adapt appropriately

• Ability to complete experiments with limited supervision and present results in group settings

• Experience with using Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel

• Excellent communication skills

Best Regards,

Anuj Mehta

973-967-3402