Position: Research Assistant / Associate (Protein science)
Report to: Senior Scientist, Singapore R&D Department
We are seeking a Research Assistant (or Associate) in Protein Sciences to support our R&D projects and laboratory operations. Key tasks can range from downstream purification to protein characterization work to data recording, management and analyses. Candidate will work closely with Senior Scientists (SS) and department supervisor to ensure alignment on project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
Key Responsibilities
R&D Project Support:
- Experimental design and planning: able to contribute to R&D project(s) development through design-build-test-learn (DBTL) cycles, literature review
- Protein Purification & Production: execute purification schemes (affinity, ion-exchange, size-exclusion etc)
- Protein characterization: biophysical and biochemical assays
- Documentation and reporting: maintain detailed experimental records, preparing reports, and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Laboratory Information Systems (LIMs).
- Lab Operations: perform routine lab hygiene activities, inventory management, and safety compliance
Cross-Functional Coordination:
- Support the team in process development and tech transfer activities via Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycles
- Collaborate with Production, QC and OE teams to facilitate R&D projects
Key Requirements
- Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent
- General knowledge of and hands-on experience in protein production downstream workflow from handling mammalian cell culture, various protein purification schemes using manual bead-based columns or FPLCs, and typical protein detection (SDS-PAGE, Western blot) methods.
- General knowledge of and hands-on experience in microplate reader plate-based assays (e.g. ELISAs) and other protein characterization methods (primarily protein binder affinity measurement using BLI/SPR)
- 1+ years in antibody production, research, process development or technical services.
- Good communication skills (verbal and written) and teamwork
- Familiar with general statistical analysis (Graphpad Prism), report compilation and presentation (Microsoft office suite)
About GenScript
GenScript Biotech Corporation (Stock Code: 1548.HK) is a global biotechnology group. Founded in 2002, GenScript has an established global presence across North America, Europe, the Greater China, and Asia Pacific. GenScript's businesses encompass four major categories based on its leading gene synthesis technology, including operation as a Life Science CRO, enzyme and synthetic biology products, biologics development and manufacturing, and cell therapy.
GenScript is committed to striving towards its vision of being the most reliable biotech company in the world to make humans and nature healthier through biotechnology.
GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.
Please note: Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform.
Top Skills
What We Do
Founded in 2002 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2015, GenScript has an established global presence across Greater China, North America, the EU, and Asia Pacific. Today, over 300,000 customers from over 160 countries and regions worldwide have used GenScript’s premier, convenient, and reliable products and services. GenScript currently has over 5,000 employees globally, 33% holding master’s and/or Ph.D. degrees. In addition, GenScript has a number of leading commercial technologies developed in the fields of synthetic biology, immunotherapy, antibody design, chemical synthesis, and bioinformatics, including more than 100 patents and over 270 patent applications. As of June 2022, GenScript's products and services have been cited by 74,700 scientific papers worldwide. GenScript is committed to striving toward its vision of being the most reliable biotech company in the world to make humans and nature healthier through biotechnology.
