Scientist I – Bioconjugation

Proteintech is a fast-growing Biotech company located in the greater Chicago area.   Our Mission is to support our customers in all their endeavors, be it accelerating life sciences research, and /or clinical diagnostics and therapies.

Proteintech is an international biotechnology company that manufactures antibodies, ELISA kits and proteins for use in life science research. Proteintech makes of all its own products to the highest standards possible, with complete control over the whole manufacturing, validation and QC process. 60,000+ citations of Proteintech products demonstrates what matters most to the company: the success of its reagents in the hands of scientists, helping them make discoveries to change and explain the world around us. 

Position Summary:

The successful candidate will support the development and optimization of processes in the bioconjugation of antibodies for use in various applications like cell-based assays, Flow Cytometry, ELISA, FLISA, and IHC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform R&D on the bioconjugation of antibodies and proteins using various fluorescent dyes, affinity labels, modification agents, and enzymes.
• Validate the conjugated proteins and antibodies in various applications using techniques such as ELISA, FLISA, Flow Cytometry, and IHC.
• Determine the degree of labelling (DOL) for the antibody or protein conjugates.
• Organize, record and maintain experimental data and communicate results to colleagues.
• Ensure proper operation and perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Manufacturing, Quality Control, and packaging of certain developed antibody or protein bioconjugates.

Preferred Education/Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization (Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or related life sciences).
• New grads with lab experience are encouraged to apply.
• Laboratory experience.
• Preferred: hands on experience with preparing antibody conjugates, cell culture techniques, column chromatography, ELISA, FLISA, or flow cytometry.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Aseptic Technique.
• Good lab practice.
• Working knowledge of modern laboratory procedures.
• Must have excellent organization skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Highly motivated, willingness to acquire new skills and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work productively and collaboratively within a tight-knit team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, statistical tools etc.

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• 401K with company match
• Health and dental insurance
• Vision discount plan

Contact Katie Bellows  at   katie@ptglab.com

Proteintech group is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.