Company Description
For over 20 years, Abcam has been providing tools the scientific community needs to enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders.
We believe that to continue making progress, we need to work together in new ways. We need your own unique perspective as well as this of our people to make an always greater impact on the world. This community needs people like you: dedicated, agile and above all audacious so we can truly bring progress forward.
Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Research Associate to contribute to Abcam’s Antibody Product Portfolio expansion.
The successful candidate will join the Characterisation Team and is passionate about validating antibodies to the highest standard.
The Characterisation Team holds a key function in the validation of new antibodies and new lots of existing products ensuring functionality for our customers.
Roles and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
1. Performing routine Immunohistochemistry, Western Blot, ELISA and Immunocytochemistry assays.
2. Preparing cells, plates or tissues for analysis.
3. Accurately recording experimental details in Lab notebooks or the Batch Manufacturing Record (BMR) system.
4. Preparing standard buffers and reagents according to defined operating procedures.
5. Providing general lab support, maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Qualifications
You will be a highly organised individual and a good team player, preferably with experience in a Laboratory environment. A demonstrated track record of adapting rapidly to new challenges and delivering quality results would be ideal.
Experience in either Flow cytometry, Immunocytochemistry, Western Blot or Immunohistochemistry assays and familiarity with various mammalian cell lines are desirable.
Additional Information
We know that when it comes to benefits, no one size fits all. Flexibility and choice matter which is why in addition to market competitive salaries, we offer you a flexible benefits package which is tailored to your unique needs and support your financial, physical and emotional wellbeing. This includes 18 weeks fully paid maternity leave, 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave as well as highly flexible working and much more. Besides, your development will be integral to your experience here. You will grow alongside other talented minds, in ways you may often find unexpected.
When people come together, incredible things happen. Here you’ll work in a safe environment where you can be who you truly are. We’ll champion and celebrate your uniqueness throughout your journey with us. This is how we excel at partnering with the scientific community no matter the challenge, ultimately helping solve the world’s most critical diseases. Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at Abcam.
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