Research Associate II - Antibody Validation
$74k/y-$93.5k/y
Flagship Pioneeringa day ago
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Summary
ProFound Therapeutics is seeking a Research Associate II - Antibody Validation to join their Lab Operations Team in Boston, MA. The role involves validating, characterizing, and distributing antibodies and protein reagents to support scientific teams and collaborations.
About the Role
As a Research Associate II, you will perform histology techniques, validate novel antibodies, execute quality control workflows, maintain tissue cultures, manage reagent inventories, and document experimental procedures. You will contribute to the continuous improvement of workflows within the Antibody Validation Core.
About You
Required:
- BS in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or a related discipline with ~3+ years of relevant laboratory experience; MS with fewer years of experience will be considered.
- Hands-on experience with SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, tissue culture, and basic protein biochemistry.
- Direct experience with histology techniques, including H&E staining and immunohistochemistry (IHC).
- Experience with antibody or protein validation and QC workflows.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to data integrity and reproducibility.
Preferred:
- Familiarity with laboratory inventory and sample tracking systems (e.g., Benchling or similar platforms).
- Experience coordinating domestic and/or international biological shipments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
- Healthcare coverage
- Annual incentive program
- Retirement benefits
- Broad range of other benefits
Flagship Pioneering
Flagship Pioneering is a biotechnology company that invents and builds platform companies, each with the potential for multiple transformative human health and sustainability products. Since its launch in 2000, Flagship has originated and fostered more than 100 scientific ventures. The current Flagship ecosystem comprises over 40 companies, including Denali Therapeutics, Foghorn Therapeutics, Generate:Biomedicines, Inari, Indigo Agriculture, and Tessera Therapeutics.
Boston, MA