Job Title : Research Associate II
Location : South San Francisco, CA 94080 (5 days on-site)
Duration : Until 12 / 01 / 2026
Interview process : 1. phone screening 2. in-person or virtual
Description
- We are seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to join our dynamic and fast-paced environment to support this mission.
- The primary focus of this hands-on laboratory position will be to implement and apply molecular biology and biochemistry techniques, namely phage display, to support the antibody discovery process.
- The successful candidate will work closely with Antibody Engineering scientists to deploy the above approaches to help Client Client antibodies for application across broad, multi-functional efforts geared towards therapeutic development.
Qualifications
Antibody experience2-4 years of relevant industrial experience, ideally in a drug discovery settingProficient in molecular biology techniques (PCR, Cloning)Experience in routine based images / image base analysisMolecular cloning and DNA / protein sequence analysisHigh-throughout biochemical techniquesB.S. / B.A. degree or higher in biology, chemistry, or related fieldSkill Set Requirements
Basic biochemistry and / or molecular biology lab skills, including :
RNA isolationBacterial culturePhage display - PCR and ELISA (not required, but would set a candidate apart. This is the primary function of this role, but RRP is willing to train the right candidate)Molecular cloning and DNA / protein sequence analysisExperience with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint.Excellent record keeping and communication skills.Excitement and enthusiasm to work in a dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced environment.Experience measuring protein-protein interaction binding affinity using surface plasmon resonance is a plus.Key Responsibilities
Generate antibody phage display libraries and perform in vitro selections to identify candidate binding clones.Interface with colleagues within Antibody Engineering to understand and address program needs to inform selection strategies.Use high-throughout biochemical techniques (e.g. ELISA, surface plasmon resonance) to rigorously characterize antibody candidates.Deploy molecular biology approaches (e.g. PCR, cloning) to enable rapid recombinant expression of candidate clones.Maintain and share detailed records of results for facile transfer of binding clones to program teams for further characterization.