Scientist, Bispecific Antibody Technologies for Immuno-Oncology Therapeutics

Gaithersburg, MD

Join our Biologics Engineering team at AstraZeneca, where we are pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated Scientist to enhance our multispecific antibody-based platform technology efforts. If you're excited by research at the interface where innovative technology meets Biology, this is the role for you!

Accountabilities:

In this role, you will collaborate with a diverse group of scientists across all therapeutic areas to ensure timely progress in research projects and drive technological innovations. You will conceive, design, and execute the engineering of innovative therapeutics with improved efficacy, selectivity and developability. Your responsibilities will also include biochemical, biophysical and functional characterization of antibodies and complex modalities. You will also prepare, analyze, and present data internally and externally.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• MS in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Immunology or other relevant scientific field with 0-3 years of relevant experience or BS with 4+years of relevant experience in antibody engineering, T cell engagers and/or bispecific design.
• Experience in molecular biology and antibody engineering, including; design, expression, purification and biochemical/biophysical characterization of various bispecific antibody formats.
• Experience in flow cytometry-based instruments and data analysis programs.
• Experience in tissue culture techniques and functional cell-based assays
• Strong motivation, attention to detail, ability to think independently and fully integrate into a high achieving team environment.
• Track record of strong problem solving and organizational skills.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Experience in engineering antibodies with improved properties (e.g., affinity, solubility, and other attributes related to developability)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and effective presentation of complex scientific data to cross-functional and senior management.

At AstraZeneca's Oncology R&D department, we are a science-based, leading and decisive Oncology enterprise united in our vision to eliminate cancer as a cause of death. We are pioneers making bold moves that transform the way cancer is treated and truly improve patient outcomes. With one of the broadest and deepest Oncology pipelines in the industry, there are many opportunities to work with new and novel drugs and help discover what's next. We foster a mindset of courage, where everyone is empowered to step up, innovate and work at pace. Our pipeline is a testament to our growth, both now and in the future. Our values are evidence of our commitment to Oncology and our people.

About Our Gaithersburg Oncology Hub

Our Gaithersburg, Maryland facility creates life-changing medicines for people around the world. This campus employs more than 3,500 experts in our field and is only a short drive from Washington, DC. This modern and vibrant scientific campus is the home of R&D and Oncology in the US. Here, we play host to some of the most cutting-edge technology and lab spaces, all designed to inspire collaboration and cross-functional science. We believe employees benefit from being challenged and inspired at work. We are dedicated to creating a culture of inclusion and collaboration.

The Gaithersburg site offers a variety of amenities to help boost productivity and help keep our employees happy and healthy. This includes a fitness center, employee healthcare clinic, electric vehicle charging stations, dry cleaning, full-service cafeteria and copy center. This is where you’ll find newly-designed, activity-based work spaces to suit a variety of working styles while increasing collaboration between teams.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

If you’re curious to know more, please contact Bobbi Poole, our Talent Acquisition Partner.

Closing Date: May 9, 2024

Competitive remuneration and benefits apply

We offer a competitive Total Reward program including a market driven base salary, bonus and long term incentive. We have a generous paid time off program and a comprehensive benefits package.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We follow all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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Date Posted

10-Apr-2024

Closing Date

08-May-2024Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.

AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.