At Genmab, we’re committed to building extra[not]ordinary futures together, by developing antibody products and pioneering, knock-your-socks-off therapies that change the lives of patients and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. From our people who are caring, candid, and impact-driven to our business, which is innovative and rooted in science, we believe that being proudly unique, determined to be our best, and authentic is essential to fulfilling our purpose.
The Role
As our new Research Associate, you will be part of the Antibody Research Materials department. A close connection of four teams that together focus on fueling Genmab’s discovery pipeline by supplying the base elements for the projects: the research materials. Our challenge is to deliver these at predictable and fast timelines and high user-friendliness. This vacancy is part of the Protein Supply & Analytics team. This team is responsible for the purification and biochemical characterization of Genmab’s therapeutic antibody batches. We constantly seek to improve existing techniques and to implement new analytical techniques.
Responsibilities
- You perform purification and in-depth analysis of a wide variety of antibody molecules for Research and Development projects.
- You work closely with scientists and other research associates in multiple expertise teams in early-stage research projects.
- You perform most of the work according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) requiring a high degree of accuracy.
- You document, analyze and report the results.
- You contribute to the (process) optimization and technological innovation within the team.
Requirements
You are keen and motivated to use your up-to-date knowledge and experience in protein chemistry techniques to strengthen our team. You are precise and accurate in the execution of experiments and in the documentation of the results. You have good organizational and communication skills, and are able to deal with changing priorities and unexpected workload. You like to work in a team, but you are also capable of working independently.
In addition, you meet the following professional requirements:
- You have a completed HLO or BSc education or equivalent in biotechnology, biochemistry, life sciences or related field of study. Candidates with an MSc degree and relevant work experience are also encouraged to apply.
- You have knowledge of and experience with protein separation techniques like affinity chromatography, ion-exchange chromatography and size-exclusion chromatography.
- You have knowledge of and/or experience with automated purification systems such as AKTA FPLC and Unicorn software.
- You have knowledge of and/or experience with bioanalytical techniques to characterize proteins, such as absorbance spectroscopy (Nanodrop), Bio Layer Interferometry (Octet), Capillary Electrophoresis (CE-SDS) and Analytical Chromatography (HPLC/UPLC).
- You are able to work with tight deadlines and are capable of running several projects in parallel and adjust priorities appropriately.
- You are motivated by delivering high quality output and are used to working according to a quality system.
- You have an interest in software, automation and data handling.
- You have professional business level English language skills, both written and verbal.
- You have an affinity to work in an environment related to the release of protein batches.
About You
- You are passionate about our purpose and genuinely care about our mission to transform the lives of patients through innovative cancer treatment
- You bring rigor and excellence to all that you do. You are a fierce believer in our rooted-in-science approach to problem-solving
- You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with diverse backgrounds
- You are determined to do and be your best and take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team
- You are not afraid to grapple with the unknown and be innovative
- You have experience working in a fast-growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to)
- You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so
Locations
Genmab leverages the effectiveness of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work-life balance. Our offices are designed as open, community-based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our state-of-the-art laboratories. Whether you’re in one of our collaboratively designed office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate.
About Genmab
Founded in 1999 in Copenhagen, Denmark, Genmab is an innovative biotech company that has become a leader in antibody biology and innovation. Our product pipeline and next-generation antibody technologies are the result of our strong company culture, a deep passion for innovation, and desire to transform cancer treatment and serious diseases.
When you work with us, you’ll be part of a warm, fun, dynamic community, and team up with some of the best, most authentic individuals in locations around the world, who care deeply and share in a relentless drive to innovate and create transformational medicines. People who are candid, impact-driven, and a little unconventional; who seek out and embrace the opportunity to build new and bold futures within a rapidly growing and innovative biotech company; who bring their full selves to work and show up for each other - rolling up their sleeves to get the job done. This translates into a place where you can be authentically you; are empowered to innovate, build solutions, and execute; feel cared for and supported in growth; and are a critical part of changing the lives of patients around the world through transformative cancer treatment.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
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