Sr. Scientist, Biotherapeutics, Molecular Biology
Company: Boehringer Ingelheim
Location: Arlington
Posted on: June 22, 2022
Job Description:
Description:Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented
and innovative -Sr. Scientist -to join the Antibody Generation
group within the Biotherapeutics department located at the Abexxa
Biologics facility in Arlington, TX. - The position offers an
exciting opportunity to engage in the discovery and molecular
engineering of Biotherapeutics for unmet medical needs. - You will
be an integral member of the Antibody Generation group, responsible
for the design of display experimental strategy, construction of
display libraries, selection and screening, and analysis of
experimental data. - - You will be expected to make major
contributions to the generation of best-in-class and first-in-class
therapeutics to address major unmet medical needs. -As an employee
of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the
discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients
and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all
employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and
opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We
realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our
people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a
healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and
inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our
competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer
Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.Duties &
Responsibilities
- Design and construct in vitro antibody display libraries
(phage, yeast, or mammalian) for therapeutic lead identification
and lead optimization, e.g. affinity maturation
- Perform in vitro antibody discovery via library panning and
screening; apply lab automation in everyday procedures
- Be familiar with advanced theory and current developments in
the field of antibody display technologies and make recommendations
to management regarding the advancement of capabilities
- Demonstrate independent thinking, e.g. by proposing and
implementing new experimental designs and concepts that contribute
to research goals and reflect expert knowledge; identify potential
patentable inventions
- Create a culture of excellence through continual process
improvement, scientific curiosity, and empowerment; develop and
maintain outside visibility
- Prepare clear technical reports, publications, and oral
presentations; independently communicate results in the form of
reports and or presentations; present responsibly and defend own
work at scientific meetings; deliver project updates to senior
level management
- Contribute to departmental administration; demonstrate fiscal
responsibility with respect to cost of experiments, technology,
external collaborations, and travel
- Comply with applicable regulations, perform all work in a safe
manner; maintain proper records in accordance with SOPs and
policies.Requirements
- A PhD
- Advanced knowledge of a technology such as phage, yeast, or
mammalian display, standard molecular biology techniques, antibody
library construction from immunized sources, sequence analysis, and
vector design using Geneious, Vector NTI, or similar software
tools
- Experience in bioinformatics and structural biology is a plus.
- Background knowledge of general biotherapeutics discovery
processes, including lead generation, protein science, biophysical
and biochemical characterization is preferred
- Experience in use of Microsoft Office tools and GraphPad
(Prism)
- Excellent written and oral presentation skills
- Ability to work within a collaborative team environment,
present and defend results to project and technical teams.
- -Eligibility Requirements\:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without
restriction.
- Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if
required)
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- This position will require individuals to be fully vaccinated
against -COVID-19 -or have an approved medical or religious
accommodation. Click - -for more information on the vaccine mandate
and -COVID-19. -Who We Are\: -At Boehringer Ingelheim we create
value through innovation with one clear goal\: to improve the lives
of patients. We develop breakthrough therapies and innovative
healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans
and animals. As a family owned company we focus on long term
performance. -We are powered by 50.000 employees globally who
nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. -Learning
and development for all employees is key because your growth is our
growth.Want to learn more? - -Visit - -and join us in our effort to
make more health.Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity
global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and
inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive
for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees,
patients and communities. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to a person's actual or
perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and
protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin;
age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender
identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or
intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or
related medical condition; genetic information (including the
refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or
characteristic protected by applicable law.#LI-SS1RSRBI
Keywords: Boehringer Ingelheim, Arlington , Sr. Scientist, Biotherapeutics, Molecular Biology, Other , Arlington, Texas
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