Senior Research Associate, Functional Charaterization and Bioassays

At Genmab, we’re committed to building extra[not]ordinary futures together, by developing antibody products and pioneering, knock-your-socks-off therapies that change the lives of patients and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. From our people who are caring, candid, and impact-driven to our business, which is innovative and rooted in science, we believe that being proudly unique, determined to be our best, and authentic is essential to fulfilling our purpose.

Genmab is focused on the creation and development of innovative and differentiated antibody products, with the aim of improving the lives of cancer patients. We are currently in a growing phase with a ‘knock your socks off’ pipeline of new antibody products and we are looking for new talent to help us realize our growth ambitions.

Your new role at Genmab

For the Functional Characterization & Bioassays (FCB) team we are looking for an enthusiastic and pro-active Senior Research Associate (Sr RA). The group develops binding and potency assays used internally and by external parties, such as Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs), to demonstrate the quality and characteristics of our antibody products (to be) used in clinical studies.

As Sr RA FCB, you will be working in a team of scientists and research associates dedicated to developing and validating functional bioassays. Specifically, you will participate in assay development for to support (pre-)clinical candidates and novel characterization methods.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Work with scientists and RAs to develop and execute (cell-based) bioassays

Independently conduct activities related to assigned study (e.g. conducting experiments, data analysis, interpretation and overview, and documentation)

Actively participate in data discussions and design of subsequent experiments

Present results to team and contribute to reporting

What we ask

A development focused position lies in store for you. You are someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced biotechnology environment. With your experience in performing and developing cell-based assays, you take an active role in your field of expertise. You are highly motivated to achieve the goals that are important to Genmab’s therapeutic antibody projects. Specifically, we ask the following of you:

You have at least BSc degree in a life science related field

Relevant experience in performing bioassays, in industry or academia, for at least 3 years

You are highly organized and are energized by delivering high quality results and documentation

Ability to work on several projects in parallel to each other and adjust priorities appropriately

Team player with pro-active attitude and can-do mentality

Knowledge of and/or work experience with cell-based assays and immune-oncology assays

Fluency in English.

You are eligible to work in the Netherlands without the requirement of applying for a permit.

Genmab employees work with determination and with respect for each other, consistent with our core values, to achieve our common goals. We give individuals and teams the autonomy to drive development of innovative products and solutions, knowing that integrity is a core value throughout our company. Genmab will offer the successful application a challenging position, where the right candidate will have the opportunity to work with highly specialized people across functions in an informal, multicultural culture, all aiming to make a difference for cancer patients.

Teamwork and respect are central pillars of Genmab’s culture and we therefore ensure an inclusive, open, and supportive professional work environment across our international locations. We believe that fostering workplace diversity across social, educational, cultural, national, age and gender lines is a prerequisite for the continued success of the company. We are committed to diversity at all levels of the company and strive to recruit employees with the right skills and competences, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, etc.

Please note that if you are applying for a position in the Netherlands; Genmab’s policy for all permanently budgeted hires in this location is to offer a temporary agreement for one year, followed by a contract for indefinite time regardless of seniority.

Genmab A/S is committed to protecting your personal data and privacy. Please see our privacy policy for handling your data in connection with you application on our website

Would you like further information before applying? That’s quite understandable. Please send your question(s) to xxxx, Talent Acquisition Manager,

About You

You are passionate about our purpose and genuinely care about our mission to transform the lives of patients through innovative cancer treatment

You bring rigor and excellence to all that you do. You are a fierce believer in our rooted-in-science approach to problem-solving

You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with diverse backgrounds

You are determined to do and be your best and take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team

You are not afraid to grapple with the unknown and be innovative

You have experience working in a fast-growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to)

You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so

Locations

Genmab leverages the effectiveness of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work-life balance. Our offices are designed as open, community-based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our state-of-the-art laboratories. Whether you’re in one of our collaboratively designed office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate.

About Genmab

Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose guiding its unstoppable team to strive towards improving the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For more than 20 years, its passionate, innovative and collaborative team has invented next-generation antibody technology platforms and leveraged translational research and data sciences, which has resulted in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T-cell engagers, next-generation immune checkpoint modulators, effector function enhanced antibodies and antibody-drug conjugates. To help develop and deliver novel antibody therapies to patients, Genmab has formed 20+ strategic partnerships with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. By 2030, Genmab’s vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock-Your-Socks-Off (KYSO™) antibody medicines.

Established in 1999, Genmab is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with locations in Utrecht, the Netherlands, Princeton, New Jersey, U.S. and Tokyo, Japan.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We are committed to fostering workplace diversity at all levels of the company and we believe it is essential for our continued success. No applicant shall be discriminated against or treated unfairly because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. Learn more about our commitments on our website.

Genmab is committed to protecting your personal data and privacy. Please see our privacy policy for handling your data in connection with your application on our website

Please note that if you are applying for a position in the Netherlands, Genmab’s policy for all permanently budgeted hires in NL is initially to offer a fixed-term employment contract for a year, if the employee performs well and if the business conditions do not change, renewal for an indefinite term may be considered after the fixed-term employment contract.

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