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The successful candidate will serve as the Research Associate, supporting antibody discovery and screening workflows, enabling identification of antibody hits with therapeutic potential from the AlivaMab® Mouse platform, and contributing to broader technology development and companywide initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional scientific teams, working closely with scientists in Antibody Discovery, Antibody Engineering, and Protein Sciences teams. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated team player and able to multitask in an exciting, fast-paced environment, working to discover the next generation of breakthrough antibody drugs.\nResponsibilities\nResponsibilities:\nPerform mouse immunizations, sera titer assessment, and tissue collection\nMaintain mammalian cell lines for cell-based assays across multiple projects\nScreen antibodies using ELISA, flow cytometry, and cell-based functional assays\nPrepare reagents and maintain an up-to-date inventory, including monitoring stock levels and reordering as needed\nDemonstrate initiative and creativity in experimental design, execution, and troubleshooting\nExecute high-throughput processes to support antibody discovery and screening workflows using automation\nEffectively maintain meticulous records of lab activities using an electronic notebook (Benchling); communicate findings clearly through written reports and presentations to support project progression and scientific decision-making\nContribute innovative ideas and collaborate effectively across teams to drive research excellence and project success in a fast-paced environment\nQualifications\nQualifications:\nBS or MS in immunology, cell biology, or related discipline with 0-3 years of relevant industrial or academic experience.\nSmall-animal work, including immunization, blood collection, and tissue harvest performed in accordance with IACUC guidelines, is an integral part of this role. Prior hands-on experience with these procedures is an advantage.\nAseptic mammalian tissue culture experience is required. Demonstrated expertise in culturing cancer cell lines and hybridomas is preferred.\nAbility to work efficiently, both independently and as part of a team, on challenging drug discovery projects that use high-throughput cell culture and antibody screening techniques.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and GraphPad Prism. Experience with Benchling ELN/LIMS is a plus.\nThe successful candidate will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn and develop new skills and techniques in antibody drug discovery.\nExperience with stable cell line generation, cell sorting, and/or experimental design of cell-based assays is desired.\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills with meticulous attention to detail\nMotivated self-starter with excellent organization, teamwork, and a passion for scientific innovation\nLocal candidate preferred. No relocation assistance is offered for this position.\nAbout AlivaMab Biologics\nAlivaMab Biologics sets its partners’ antibody discovery programs on the fastest and most de-risked path through discovery and development. Trusted by top-tier pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, AMB delivers fully human antibodies on exceptional timelines. AMB achieves its partners’ design goals, from simple to extraordinarily challenging, through the generation and function-first screening of large, molecularly diverse panels of antibodies. AMB focuses on the rapid and efficient delivery of antibodies, characterized for function, kinetics, and developability, and on engineering alternative formats, including multispecifics and CARs. The AMB team’s experience and passion for antibody drug discovery and development, combined with trusted, proven technologies, including Ablexis' AlivaMab® Mouse platforms, ensure the highest probability of success.\nAlivaMab Biologics provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, reproductive health decision-making, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\nSalary Range: $67,500 - $82,500 annually\nThis range represents AlivaMab Biologics' good-faith estimate of the base compensation for this position at the time of posting. Offered compensation will account for factors such as experience, education, and comprehensiveness of qualifications. 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