Research associate: B-cell Sorting and Reagent operations

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The Research Associate supports antibody discovery by preparing splenocyte preparations, labeling proteins with fluorescent dyes, and assisting with flow cytometry workflows. The role also coordinates the reconstitution, aliquoting, storage, inventory, ordering, and order tracking of proteins, peptides, immunogens, and related laboratory materials.

This position reports to the B-cell Sorting Scientific Lead and is part of the Antibody Discovery team located in Waltham, Massachusetts. This is an on-site laboratory role. At Abcam, our vision is to be the most influential life sciences company for researchers worldwide.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

Prepare splenocytes, label proteins and other reagents with fluorescent dyes, and assist with flow cytometry and cell-sorting workflows while maintaining accurate sample identification and experimental records.

Reconstitute, label, aliquot, store, and distribute proteins, peptides, immunogens, and related reagents for antibody discovery projects, following specified storage conditions and special handling instructions.

Maintain accurate aliquot and freezer inventory records and support material logistics by reviewing requests, obtaining quotes, placing and tracking orders, receiving materials, resolving issues with vendors and Procurement, and communicating status to stakeholders.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, immunology, cell biology, or a related life-science field.
• Laboratory experience with biological sample processing and liquid handling
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate sample, inventory, and order records using spreadsheets, laboratory information systems, or comparable digital tools.
• Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: Ability to work on-site in a laboratory environment and follow applicable biosafety, chemical safety, and personal protective equipment requirements.
• Ability to handle and store laboratory materials at refrigerated and frozen temperatures, including 4 C, -20 C, and -80 C storage locations.
• Travel is not expected except for occasional business needs.
• It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: Flow cytometry, cell sorting, lymphocyte isolation, or splenocyte preparation.
• Mammalian cell culture
• Fluorescent labeling of proteins or other biological reagents.
• Laboratory inventory management, purchasing, vendor communication, or order tracking in a regulated or quality-focused environment.

The salary range for this role is 53,500.00 - 65,000.00 USD Annual. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.  This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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