Scientist I, ADC Biochemistry

Cambridge, US | full time | Job ID: 11416

Your Contibution:

The successful candidate will become part of a multidisciplinary ADC team supporting antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) research programs. Responsibilities include working independently or collaboratively with team members to ensure the timely generation and characterization of ADCs. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, detail-oriented, and productive, with the ability to autonomously conduct a variety of experimental techniques and confidently present results to cross-functional teams.

A good match:

• PhD Degree with 2+ years of experience, Master's Degree with 5+ years of experience, or Bachelor's degree with 10+ years experience in a relevant field
• Expertise in protein or antibody drug conjugation and characterization
• Strong skills in protein expression, purification, and characterization
• Experience in mammalian cell culture with both adherent and suspension cells, transient protein expression, and cell-based assays
• Proficiency with AKTA and HPLC systems
• Familiarity with filtration operations, including bench-scale dead-end filtration and TFF
• Competence in protein-based assays such as ELISA and MSD is a plus
• Strong teamwork and proactive communication skills
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently within a cross-functional team environment
• Must be willing to work onsite at least four days a week

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Previous experience in the biopharmaceutical industry is preferable but not mandatory
• Hands-on experience with conjugation method development
• Experience with site-specific conjugation or dual payload conjugations

Your benefits and remuneration:

Expected Pay Range: $99,100 - $158,700/year + benefits, annual bonus & equity (bonus and equity is variable and dependent on company and individual performance). Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

BioNTech US is committed to employee wellbeing and offers best-in-class benefits & HR programs to support an inclusive & diverse workforce. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
• Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7
• Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance
• Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown.
• 401(K) Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs
• Wellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives
• Professional Development Programs
• Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking
• Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance

…and more! More details to be shared.

Home to dozens of research institutions, biopharmaceutical companies, life science incubators, venture capital firms, and over 30 million square feet of laboratory space, Cambridge, Massachusetts has earned a reputation as the #1 life science cluster in the world. As part of the Greater Boston area, the city is often referred to as the "biotech supercluster" due to its high concentration of life sciences firms. This unique ecosystem is the result of a model partnership between academia and industry, fostering collaboration and innovation and driving the development of new therapies, medical devices, and diagnostics. As Cambridge's thriving life sciences industry continues to evolve, the city remains a beacon of knowledge, innovation, and collaboration, poised to shape the future of science and technology.

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