Senior Research Associate, Screening and Assay Technologies
At Genmab, we’re committed to building extra[not]ordinary futures together, by developing antibody products and pioneering, knock-your-socks-off therapies that change the lives of patients and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. From our people who are caring, candid, and impact-driven to our business, which is innovative and rooted in science, we believe that being proudly unique, determined to be our best, and authentic is essential to fulfilling our purpose.
The role
As a Senior Research Associate in the Screening & Assay Technologies (SAT) team you will be part of the Antibody Discovery Technologies department working within the Discovery organization . SAT design s, performs and analyze s high throughput (HTP) assays to determine the activity of Genmab’s future antibody products . As a Senior Research Associate, you will perform high th r oughput screen s using stat e of the art technology . You will work on the foundation of the identification and characterization of new antibody drugs that address high-unmet need diseases. In addition to working with in the SAT team , you will work closely with many other research teams within Discovery in a highly multidisciplinary and collaborative way.
Responsibilities
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You will work in a team of scientists and research associates dedicated to performing high throughput screens to identify new antibody products.
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Using your up-to-date knowledge of and experience with assays used in immunology, cell biology, and/or oncology, you are responsible for the accurate execution of various types of functional assays, focused on luminescence read outs , using tumor cells, reporter cells and primary cells.
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You will perform screens using fully and semi-automated platforms in multi-well plate formats.
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You understand the fundamental concepts behind the assays and product concepts enabling you to contribute to the best screen design for each high throughput screen .
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You are results focused and enjoy working on a project basis to contribute screening data to various teams in Discovery in a high quality and timely fashion.
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You organize your own experiments , can work independently and re c ognize the importance of adhering to procedures and detailed documentation of your work.
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Requirements
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You have a completed HLO (BSc) or MSc degree in Life Sciences.
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You have a minimum of 3 years work experience in the field of pharmacology, oncology , biotech and/or molecular biology.
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You have an affinity with technology and automation , and you enjoy making functional assays more efficient . Experience with high throughput screening would be advantageous .
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You have extensive experience with culturing of adherent and /or primary cells, and various functional cellular assays ( especially luminescence-based readouts ).
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You love to work in the lab and face experiments with a problem-solving attitude and inspire others with your ‘getting things done’ mentality.
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You are flexible and capable of running several projects parallel to each other, adjusting priorities appropriately together with the project and screening team.
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Experience with Tibco Spotfire or other data analysis software is a plus.
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Experience with electronic laboratory notebook reporting is an advantage.
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You have experience working in a dynamic company (or a strong desire to)
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You have excellent interpersonal skills, and you are fluent in English, both written and verbal.
About You
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You are passionate about our purpose and genuinely care about our mission to transform the lives of patients through innovative cancer treatment .
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You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with diverse backgrounds
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You are determined to do and be your best and take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team
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You are not afraid to grapple with the unknown and be innovative
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You welcome and use feedback as an opportunity to learn and grow.
Applications including a motivation letter are highly appreciated
About You
- You are passionate about our purpose and genuinely care about our mission to transform the lives of patients through innovative cancer treatment
- You bring rigor and excellence to all that you do. You are a fierce believer in our rooted-in-science approach to problem-solving
- You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with diverse backgrounds
- You are determined to do and be your best and take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team
- You are not afraid to grapple with the unknown and be innovative
- You have experience working in a fast-growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to)
- You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so
Locations
Genmab leverages the effectiveness of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work-life balance. Our offices are designed as open, community-based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our state-of-the-art laboratories. Whether you’re in one of our collaboratively designed office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate.
About Genmab
Founded in 1999 in Copenhagen, Denmark, Genmab is an innovative biotech company that has become a leader in antibody biology and innovation. Our product pipeline and next-generation antibody technologies are the result of our strong company culture, a deep passion for innovation, and desire to transform cancer treatment and serious diseases.
When you work with us, you’ll be part of a warm, fun, dynamic community, and team up with some of the best, most authentic individuals in locations around the world, who care deeply and share in a relentless drive to innovate and create transformational medicines. People who are candid, impact-driven, and a little unconventional; who seek out and embrace the opportunity to build new and bold futures within a rapidly growing and innovative biotech company; who bring their full selves to work and show up for each other - rolling up their sleeves to get the job done. This translates into a place where you can be authentically you; are empowered to innovate, build solutions, and execute; feel cared for and supported in growth; and are a critical part of changing the lives of patients around the world through transformative cancer treatment.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
We are committed to fostering workplace diversity at all levels of the company and we believe it is essential for our continued success. No applicant shall be discriminated against or treated unfairly because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. Learn more about our commitments on our website .
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