Research Assistant, Biologics

Together, we’re on a mission to make good health more affordable and accessible, to help millions around the world enjoy healthier lives. It’s a mission that bonds our people across nearly 60 countries and a rich, diverse variety of nationalities and backgrounds. Working here means working with the world’s leading manufacturer of generic medicines, and the proud producer of many of the products on the World Health Organization’s Essential Medicines List. Today, at least 200 million people around the world take one of our medicines every single day. An amazing number, but we’re always looking for new ways to continue making a difference, and new people to make a difference with.

We are seeking a Research Assistant to join TEVA’s growing speciality R&D, antibody discovery program in Sydney, Australia. You would join the Antibody Generation team in a laboratory-based role to conduct R&D on therapeutic antibody discovery projects with a focus on single B cell screening workflows, employing antibody sequencing and screening techniques.

This is a hands-on laboratory-based role covering the following responsibilities:

• Molecular Biology
  • Generation of DNA for immunisations and screening
  • Recovering heavy and light chain sequences from B cells using RNA/DNA extraction, cDNA synthesis and polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
  • Amplification and purification of DNA
  • Cloning into expression vectors
• Cell culture and maintenance of mammalian cell lines
  • Including transient DNA transfection
• Characterisation of antibodies
  • Antibody purification from serum or cell culture supernatant
  • Binding assays using flow cytometry, enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and/or surface plasmon resonance (SPR) assays

• A BSc (Hons) in life sciences with emphasis on molecular biology
• Knowledge and understanding of general molecular biology techniques required
• Proficiency in RNA/DNA extraction, cDNA synthesis, PCR, DNA sequencing, cloning and vector design
• Familiar with mammalian cell culture techniques
• Previous experience with flow cytometry, ELISA and/or SPR techniques will be highly regarded
• Excellent attention to detail, good communication, documentation skills and ability to multi-task
• Keen interest in learning new technology and an imagination for practical application will be highly valued
• Team player with flexible approach to work and commitment to continuous development

• Work with a motivated team of scientists in state-of-the-art laboratories
• Generous leave, health, and wellbeing benefits
• Commitment to ongoing personal & professional growth via a blend of learning opportunities
• Parking available at our Macquarie Park site
• Opportunity to join a leading global organisation with a network of 37,000 employees operating in 60 markets, with 25 R&D sites

Please submit your CV and a cover letter responding to the selection criteria outlining relative keys skills and experience in relation to this role.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.