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For over 20 years, abcam has been providing tools the scientific community needs to enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders.
We believe that to continue making progress, we need to work together in new ways. We need your own unique perspective as well as this of our people to make an always greater impact on the world. This community needs people like you: dedicated, agile and above all audacious so we can truly bring progress forward.
Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled expert in immunoassays to join the Antibody and Biochemical Assay Validation group within the Characterisation Team for a 12 month FTC. We are looking for someone who is passionate about validating high quality antibodies and gene edited cell lines.
The Characterisation Team plays a key role in the validation and characterization of new antibodies before they are delivered to our customers.
You will be an expert in immunodetection techniques including Western blot and ELISA. You will be collaborating with other labs across the world on new products and key research and development.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Ensuring high quality validation of new antibodies and gene edited cell lines.
- Planning, execution and data analysis of WB, ELISA, IP experiments
- Maintain high quality standards within the lab; ensuring the lab is compliant with all external and internal quality standards, including ISO9001.
- Ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects to meet timelines.
- Highly effective analytical and problem-solving skills, including excellent attention to details.
Qualifications
Essential requirements
- PhD in a life sciences field or an MSc and a few years in industry
- Theoretical and practical expertise in Western Blot and ELISA
Desirable requirements
- Knowledge of CRISPR/ CAS9 technology to generate modified cell lines
Additional Information
We know that when it comes to benefits, no one size fits all. Flexibility and choice matter which is why in addition to market competitive salaries, we offer you a flexible benefits package which is tailored to your unique needs and support your financial, physical and emotional wellbeing. This includes fully funded private health care, 18 weeks fully paid maternity leave, 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave as well as highly flexible working and much more. Besides, your development will be integral to your experience here. You will grow alongside other talented minds, in ways you may often find unexpected.
When people come together, incredible things happen. Here you’ll work in a safe environment where you can be who you truly are. We’ll champion and celebrate your uniqueness throughout your journey with us. This is how we excel at partnering with the scientific community no matter the challenge, ultimately helping solve the world’s most critical diseases. Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at abcam.
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