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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
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and highly skilled Imaging expert to contribute to abcam’s Immunocytochemistry Portfolio expansion. The successful candidate will be reporting into the Immunocytochemistry and Flow Cytometry Team Leader within the Characterisation Team and is passionate about validating antibodies to the highest standard.
The Characterisation Team is part of the Antibody Validation and Characterization Group holding a key function in the validation and characterization of new antibodies and new batches of existing products ensuring functionality for our customers.
We are looking for an expert in Immunocytochemistry with proven track record of delivering projects with impressive results as well as an ability to teach and mentor others, along with line management responsibility. You will be collaborating with other labs across the world on new product development and method standardization.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Ensuring high quality validation of new antibodies in imaging applications .
- Imaging using a variety of imaging instruments including confocal microscopy or High-Content Analyzers (HCA).
- Streamlining current processes with a focus on continuous improvements along approaching new methods and technology proactively.
- Communicating with stakeholders, team leaders and colleagues providing delivery dates, updates, and the necessary documentation.
- Maintaining high quality standards within the lab; ensuring the lab is compliant with all external and internal quality standards, including ISO9001.
- Line managing and mentoring more junior colleagues, creating an engaging and developing environment.
Qualifications
You have a PhD degree or you can demonstrate an equivalent level of expertise with experience in industry/academia-setting. You have a strong scientific background and experience in antibody validation. You have a deep understanding and extensive experience using Confocal Microscopy or High Content Analyzer.
You will ideally have experience in automated image analysis and quantification (ICC/IHC) using AI tools. You have experience in imaging and cultivating primary mammalian cells (human/mouse).
If this sounds like you and you’d like to be a part of a fast-paced, growing business with the vision to become the most influential company and best-loved brand in life sciences, please apply now!
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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