Research Associate, Protein Production & Analytics

At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary® futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines® that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals’ unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees.

Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so.

Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us!

The Role

As our new Research Associate, you will be part of the In-house Protein Supply team, and specifically within the Protein Production & Analytics team. This team is responsible for the production, purification and biochemical characterization of Genmab’s therapeutic antibody batches. We constantly seek to improve existing techniques and to implement new analytical techniques.

This is a hands-on lab-based temporary 9-month position in which you will be able to kick start your career, learn new skills, and gain valuable experience within an international biotech company!

Responsibilities

• Perform purification and biochemical characterization of diverse antibody formats for early-stage research projects.

• Collaborate closely with scientists and research associates across different expertise teams.

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with precision to ensure consistent and high-quality results.

• Document and analyze experimental data in Genmab’s electronic Lab Information Management System (LIMS).

• Contribute to the continuous improvement projects within the team.

Requirements

You are keen and motivated to use your up-to-date knowledge and experience in protein chemistry techniques to strengthen our team. You are precise and accurate in the execution of experiments and in the documentation of the results. You like to work in a team, but you are also capable of working independently.

In addition, you meet the following professional requirements:

• You have a completed HLO or BSc education or equivalent in biotechnology, biochemistry, life sciences or related field of study. Candidates with an MSc degree and relevant work experience are also encouraged to apply.

• You have knowledge of and experience with protein purification strategies.

• Familiarity with automated purification systems such as AKTA FPLC and Unicorn software is a plus.

• You have knowledge of and/or experience with some of the main bioanalytical techniques to characterize proteins, such as absorbance spectroscopy (Nanodrop), Bio Layer Interferometry (Octet), Capillary Electrophoresis (CE-SDS) and Analytical Chromatography (HPLC/UPLC).

• You have an interest and affinity for practical work in the laboratory, with hands-on experience working with biomolecules.

• You have an interest in expanding your knowledge about protein purification and characterization in a business environment.

• You have good organizational and communication skills and are able to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines and deal with changing priorities.

• You are motivated by delivering high quality output and are used to working according to a quality system.

• You have professional business level English language skills, both written and verbal, as it's Genmab's primary language.

• You have full-time onsite availability.

The proposed gross annual/monthly base salary range for this position, in the primary location, based on a full time schedule is:

EUR38.000,00---57.000,00


The final salary offer will depend on several factors, including your skills, qualifications, and experience.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives.

When you join Genmab, you become a part of a culture that supports your physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Pension
• Health insurance and wellness benefits
• Paid time off
• Employee support programs

Further details on eligibility for compensation and benefits based on the role will be provided during the recruitment process.

About Genmab

Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose to improve the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, its hard-working, innovative and collaborative team has invented next-generation antibody technology platforms and harnessed translational, quantitative and data sciences, resulting in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T-cell engagers, antibody-drug conjugates, next-generation immune checkpoint modulators and effector function-enhanced antibodies. By 2030, Genmab’s vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock-Your-Socks-Off (KYSO®) antibody medicines.

Established in 1999, Genmab is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with international presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit Genmab.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X .

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