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The Discovery Biologics Department is seeking a Scientist with expertise in protein design, production and characterization to contribute to the Biologics portfolio. This position offers a great opportunity to be a part of the early scientific team, and a key interface within the global Discovery Biologics network and with Immunology and other functions across Client.The successful candidate will carry out experiments in the lab to build and support projects in the early discovery pipeline, with focus on innovative antibody-based therapeutics. We recognize that the diversity in our team is our strength and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Successful candidates should demonstrate attention to detail, ability to work efficiently and collaboratively, a desire to learn, and be adaptable to thrive in a dynamic team environment.Key Responsibilities• Express and purify therapeutic proteins and the critical protein reagents required for advancing biologics discovery programs.• Test and characterize the biophysical quality of therapeutic proteins.• Maintain various cell lines in culture to support protein expression and characterization.• Work with a team to support biologics inventory and transfer requests.Qualifications and Education• Bachelor’s (with 5 years), Master’s (with 0 years) in molecular or cell biology, biochemistry, or related discipline with relevant laboratory experience described below.Requirements• Expertise culturing mammalian cells and utilizing for protein expression.• Proficiency in antibody and protein purification methods such as affinity chromatography.• Demonstrated strong communication skills and ability to multi-task and work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.Preferred Qualifications• Experience in protein characterization methods including Ion exchange chromatography, size exclusion chromatography and capillary electrophoresis.• Experience in protein binding assays including ELISA, BLI and cell-based binding assays.","company":"Net2Source","rawCompany":"net2source n2s","city":"San Diego","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-07T10:16:42.169Z","occupations":[{"code":"19-1029.02","title":"Molecular and Cellular Biologists","slug":"molecular-and-cellular-biologists"},{"code":"19-1042.00","title":"Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists","slug":"medical-scientists-except-epidemiologists"},{"code":"19-1029.00","title":"Biological Scientists, All Other","slug":"biological-scientists-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"541714","title":"Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-biotechnology-except-nanobiotechnology"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"325414","title":"Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing","slug":"biological-product-except-diagnostic-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Associate Scientist","description":"Title: Associate Scientist IIDuration: 12 months ContractLocation: San Diego, CA 92121Shift: Standard Business HoursJob DescriptionClient is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. 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