R&D Scientist

BBI exists to help our customers create advances that improve health and save lives. We are seeking an R&D Scientist to join our team. This is a permanent, full-time position based at our site in Maine. Join our team: advancing health, together.

BBI-Maine (MBS) is focused on antibody development, maintaining competitive catalogue items, and supporting its existing customer base with on time delivery of a consistent quality product. A fundamental aspect of maintaining adiverse menu is having methods for antibody expression, antibody purification, candidate screening, tools for characterization and successful application of current trends based on scientific principles. To meet theexpanding needs of our growing customer base, we have entered into a recombinant strategy to drive value for our customers to deliver a product that is reliable and can be modified upon request using basic principles.

• Provide strong scientific and technical leadership in support of BBI goals. Communicate and practice technical expertise in immunology, biochemistry, molecular biology, structural biology and antibody characterization techniques including ELISA to support monoclonal antibody development, NPD and Operations.
• Critically analyse and interpret complex data, and effectively document and communicate results to a variety of audiences.
• Work collaboratively with customers and the Global R&D team to generate custom strategies and plans to achieve customer goals.
• Technical ability to understand and effectively orchestrate the work to accomplish projects, with technical training/support as needed.
• Passionate about achieving results and contributing significantly to organizationaloutcomes.
• Support new technology development and new product development effort.
• Support operations throughout the laboratories as required / assigned based uponbusiness needs.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of R&D Portland, ME through active communication and collaboration within the Site Leadership team when requested.

• Qualifications and Training
• M.S./Ph.D. with academic/professional experience in Immunology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field. B.S. candidates will be considered with 5-10 years of professional experience and documented experience reflecting role requirements.
• Knowledge and Experience
• Hands-on experience in both basic and advanced molecular biology techniques.
• Experience in mammalian cell culture – CHO cell for recombinant production preferred.
• Experience with antibody development, expression, purification and/or characterization preferred.
• Key Skills Required
• Ability to successfully deliver while handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude and absolute willingness tolearn.
• Self-starter with a strong focus on problem solving,protocol development and process improvement.
• Strong strategic thinking, decision making, and problem solving.
• Leadership skills, including ability to collaborate and influence without authority
• Demonstrable Behaviours
• Strong attention to detail, while maintaining a strong sense of priorities
• Be able to fail fast and drive towards deliverables
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Comfortable presenting data and receiving feedback
• Balances strong communication with humility

• Competitive Salary ($68,000-$83,000) with Yearly Salary Reviews
• Medical & Dental Insurance Cover
• Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Vision & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Private Health Care Scheme
• Global Employee Wellbeing Programme
• Reward and Recognition Programme
• Commitment to Career Development
• Generous Annual Leave Package
• Refer A Friend Scheme
• State of the Art Facilities – Certified Centres of Excellence

We’re also focused on development, creating an environment that allows our employees to nurture their talent and empowers you to make a difference. This is achieved by providing our employees with access to learning opportunities to help achieve personal career goals.

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