Absci is a generative AI drug creation company on a mission to create better biologics for patients, faster. We are the company unlocking the design of new antibodies on a computer from scratch, and we’re just getting started. It will take a state-of-the-art wet lab, artificial Intelligence, and above all else a team of brilliant Unlimiters working together to achieve our vision of breakthrough therapeutics at the click of a button, for everyone. We are gritty, creative, and we are pushing the limits of science in a way that no one has done before because that’s how we will save lives. Join us as we redefine what’s possible.
Absci is a global company with a state-of-the-art lab and headquarters in the beautiful Pacific Northwest US, ten minutes from Portland, Oregon, and its AI Research Lab in the heart of New York City. Check out this short video to learn more and see how #Unlimiters are creating drugs at the speed of AI.
Senior Scientist, AI Biologics Discovery and Engineering, High-throughput Screening
Vancouver, WA (on-site)
As a Scientist/Senior Scientist in High-Throughput Screening, you will work end-to-end to characterize biologics using cutting-edge screening platforms to advance Absci’s Integrated Drug CreationTM Platform to enable AI. You are enthusiastic about laboratory bench work, have meticulous attention to detail, are eager to learn new techniques, and are comfortable working in a highly dynamic and rapidly scaling company.
A successful candidate for this position is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving biotech environment. They appreciate working independently towards pre-established goals with a solid ability to multi-task across multiple projects with varying levels of complexity and priority.
Responsibilities:
- Execute and supervise laboratory work inclusive of cloning, cultivation, and high-throughput screening of antibody libraries
- Collaborate with the members of the AI department to author and supervise the generation of design documents and reports.
- Follow and develop standard operating procedures to obtain reproducible results.
- Analyze and present data to project teams, senior leadership, and partners
- Develop and optimize new assays in a cross-functional environment
- Work independently and be adaptable in line with changing priorities
- Maintain relevant knowledge in emerging approaches for high throughput screening
- Occasional onsite weekend work is required
Qualifications:
Scientist
- PhD in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related field or equivalent experience with at least 0-5 years of industry experience in a biotech setting
- Minimum 3 years hands-on experience working with flow cytometers and analysis (FlowJo, Prism/JMP software)
- Experience in microbial and/or mammalian cell systems with yeast display or other high throughput display methodologies is preferred.
Senior Scientist
- PhD in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related field or equivalent experience with at least 5 years of industry experience in a biotech setting
- Minimum 3 years hands-on experience with flow cytometer assay development and analysis (FlowJo, Prism/JMP software)
- Expertise in screening high-diversity libraries via FACS using yeast surface display or other high throughput antibody display modalities and ability to be a subject matter expert for teams and programs.
- Experience training and mentoring junior Scientists on new techniques and assays
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) and analysis
Scientist salary range: $108,000 - 135,000/year.
Senior Scientist salary range: $127,000 - 165,000/year.
Competitive equity package applies. Pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to equity, compensation packages include a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits and the ability to participate in our employee stock purchase plan.
Absci offers highly competitive salaries and benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, unlimited vacation, parental leave, breakfast and lunch for onsite employees, employee assistance program, voluntary life and disability insurance, annual bonus potential, and 401(k) with a generous company match. Legal authorization to work in the United States is required.
We seek candidates who will dive into our creative company culture that’s collaborative, multidisciplinary, and committed to a big vision for positive impact. We are defying conventions and innovating without boundaries. We are disrupting an industry with bold ideas and passionate pursuit of new possibilities. We are looking for original thinkers, creative scientists, and data-devoted gurus. Successful candidates will be excited to work in a dynamic environment and contribute as a key member of a project team. If this sounds good to you, we invite you to join us in our quest to redefine possible.
Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. Absci is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Absci will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Absci offers a dog-friendly work environment - bring your pup along for the ride.
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