The R&D Discovery and Technology Futures group at IDEXX Laboratories is seeking an innovative and highly motivated R&D Staff Scientist, mRNA-directed Immunogen Design to assist with discovering the next generation of IDEXX diagnostic targets. You will join a group of talented, technically focused individuals working together to innovate solutions to complex challenges. The successful candidate will draw from extensive experience in biology, mRNA-based technologies and epitope selection to support diagnostic target engineering and drive mechanistic understanding of clinical relevance. A successful candidate with have a proven track record in identifying, establishing and executing novel technology platforms to characterize mRNA products to support diagnostic target development.
You will partner with world-class experts in animal health, clinical research, and assay development to define the next transformative innovations at IDEXX.
What You Can Expect
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Engage cross-functionally to select and design mRNA targets to support diagnostic target discovery efforts across a diverse pipeline
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Lead multi-step design, planning and execution of experiments to synthesize and characterize mRNAs
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Structural and biochemical modifications that regulate the expression and immune processing of mRNA immunogens.
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Partner to contribute to scientific discussions and strategic internal/external collaborations to advance RNA platforms for diagnostic targets
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Documents experiments and maintains accurate electronic records.
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Collaborates and communicates with colleagues in related areas to provide work support, exchange information and ensure efficient processes.
What You Need to Succeed:
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PhD in Molecular Biology, Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Cell Biology or related field with 5-7 years of industry experience.
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Deep understanding of biology, cancer biology, and immunology; knowledge of companion animal biology is very desirable
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Comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in mRNA element engineering and synthesis including UTRs, codon, and structure optimization.
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Experience in mentoring others in cell culture and the utilization of cell-based assays to characterize RNA-based products (e.g., multicolor flow cytometry, ELISA, RT-qPCR, luminescence, and single cell RNAseq)
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Evidence of innovative problem-solving, including the ability to identify and investigate important new research topics independently.
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Adaptable to priorities and able to quickly pivot between multiple projects; works well under pressure.
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Collaborating with diverse scientific teams across a multiomic discovery and assay development pipeline.
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Generating scientific hypotheses, planning research, interpreting and presenting data across the organization.
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Leading or co-leading projects in a multifunctional team setting.
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A positive attitude and willingness to mentor and support team members.
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Salary range is $125,000 - $130,000 based on experience
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Opportunity for annual cash bonus
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Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day-One
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5% matching 401k
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Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more
If you’re looking for a role that’ll challenge you, offer a variety of work and learning, while helping an amazing industry, we’d love to hear from you!
Why IDEXX:
We’re proud of the work we do because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.
So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.
Let’s pursue what matters together.
About the job location:
If you’re thinking about relocating for this role, here are a few things to know about living in Maine (often called “Vacationland”). The Westbrook, ME area provides great access to active downtown areas and the outdoors, with the coast and numerous mountains and hiking trails nearby. You’ll also find a number of large companies like ours in the area, creating a vibrant work culture.
You can learn more on the Portland tourism website: https://www.visitportland.com/visit/resources/moving-to-maine/
IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
While we appreciate our staffing partners, we are unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.
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IDEXX Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IDEXX and has not been reviewed or approved by IDEXX.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive with day-one eligibility and added programs for mental health and musculoskeletal care. Feedback suggests insurance quality is strong, with multiple plan options and supportive wellness services.
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Retirement Support — Retirement savings support is highlighted through a clear 401(k) match that begins after an initial waiting period. Feedback suggests this materially strengthens total compensation beyond base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs are depicted as generous, including PTO, paid holidays, and volunteer days. Parental leave and adoption assistance add to the breadth of paid leave options.
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What We Do
10,000 people, one global focus - enhancing the health and well-being of pets, people, and livestock. We are passionate about what we do at IDEXX – and why wouldn’t we be? When you’re working to raise the standard of care for pets, make drinking water safe for billions and keep our livestock population around the globe healthy and free of disease, it’s no wonder that what we do each day is more than just a job. There’s an energy across IDEXX that is contagious – where caring and committed people come together to make things better. IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDXX), a member of the S&P 500, is a leader in pet healthcare innovation, serving practicing veterinarians around the world with a broad range of diagnostic and information technology-based products and services. Headquartered in southern Maine, we conduct operations through more than 70 locations around the world and serve customers in over 175 countries. Our primary business focuses on pet health, a growing market around the world. Our products —in-clinic diagnostic tests and instrumentation, reference laboratory and telemedicine consultation services, and practice management software—enhance the ability of veterinarians to provide advanced medical care, improve staff efficiency and to build more economically successful practices. We also develop and manufacture diagnostic tests and information for the global production animal industry, including poultry and livestock, as well as tests for the quality and safety of water and milk. Please visit our website, IDEXX.com/careers, for further information and to view all of our job opportunities.
