We are currently offering a fantastic career opportunity for a highly motivated and Lab Technician to join Antharis Therapeutics, a pre-clinical company based in San Diego. The company is committed to discovering and developing novel immunotherapeutics (monoclonal antibodies and antibody-drug conjugates) for an array of disease states. The approaches for antibody discovery, including hybridoma technology, aim to streamline the development of lead candidates for entering the clinic in an expedited fashion.
We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our team, reporting directly to a supervising scientist or research associate. This multifaceted role involves maintaining lab cleanliness, procuring consumables and reagents, managing stock inventories, and overseeing product deliveries. The candidate will execute analytical and molecular biology procedures, including ELISA, SDS-PAGE, miniprep/midiprep, and agarose gel electrophoresis, along with antibody purification and in-vitro experiments under guidance. Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, meticulous record-keeping, effective communication, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment are essential. Flexibility for occasional late hours and a capacity to thrive in a self-directed team environment are also required, with the possibility of undertaking additional duties as needed.
• Directly reportsto supervising scientist or research associate
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, instruments and glassware
• Purchases laboratory consumables, reagents, and other items
• Interfaces with vendors and controls reagentsstock inventories
• Monitors productdelivery to the laboratory, organizesinvoices and executesother administrative tasks
• Follows established protocols or procedures
• Prepares buffersand other standardlaboratory solutions, as well as cell culturemedia
• Plan and carry out analytical procedures such as ELISA,and SDS-PAGE
• Carryout molecular biology procedures such as miniprep/midiprep, agarose gelelectrophoresis (and transfections if required)
• Performs antibodypurification processes (purification, desalting, concentration)
• Executes in-vitroexperiments with guidancefrom research associates or scientists
• Maintains detailedrecords regarding experiments and data
• Communicates with associates and scientists on methodologies, results,etc
• Uses MS Office productsproficiently, especially Excel
• Meetsdeadlines, rapidly adapts to changes in the laboratory and experimentalworkflow, and thrives in a demanding, fast-paced team environment
• May performadditional duties as assigned or directed by management from time to time
• Exhibits flexibility. Sporadically sample processing and experiments may require late hours
• Thrive in a self-directed environment and communicate with people with various educational backgrounds
• BS degreein Biology or closely relatedfield
• At least1 year of relevant experience is preferred
• Familiarity with standard cell culture techniques and proficiency in aseptic techniqueis a plus
• Experience with data/statistical analysisis preferred (Excel, GraphPad Prism, FlowJo, etc.)
• Highlymotivated, self-directed, innovative, and able to work independently or amongteams with keen judgment, common sense, and resourcefulness
• Possesses a high levelof critical thinking
• Excellent writtenand verbal communication skills
• Has familiarity with laboratory equipment and machinery
• Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information
• Strong peopleskills and good communication skills
• Great organizational skills and time management
• Driven, committed, self-initiating, with perseverance and a senseof urgency
• Legally authorized to work in the US
