Job Description

Job Title: Bench Scientist

Location: Andover, MA 01810

100% onsite

Duration: 12 Months contract (Extendable)

Job Overview

We are seeking a Bench Scientist I to join the Critical Reagents Group. This is a fully onsite, laboratory-focused role ideal for a recent graduate or early-career scientist (0–3 years of experience in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals).

The role involves hands-on wet lab work supporting the preparation, characterization, and management of critical reagents used across therapeutic programs. The selected candidate must be comfortable working with BSL-2 biohazardous materials and chemical hazards, including antibody–drug conjugate-related materials.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Work

• Perform bioconjugation of therapeutics with proteins, tags, or labels
• Conduct laboratory assays and analytical testing, including:
• ELISA / ligand binding assays
• HPLC
• UV/Vis spectroscopy
• BCA assays
• Execute multi-day experimental workflows
• Maintain accurate and complete laboratory documentation
• Prepare templated summary sheets for reagents (no interpretive report writing required)
• Support management of critical reagent inventory
• Coordinate materials stored in off-site critical storage
• Interface with external inventory management teams
• Assist with registration, submission, and lifecycle tracking of reagents
• Upload and manage characterization summaries on internal systems
• Generate and track purchase orders and lab costs
• Manage buffer supplies and consumables
• Organize freezer inventory
• Follow all safety procedures for hazardous materials handling
• Work within a small, collaborative lab-based team
• Independently manage assigned weekly tasks
• Communicate and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or related scientific field
• 0–3 years of academic or industry wet lab experience (coursework, internships, co-ops acceptable)
• Ability to work 100% onsite and perform full-time laboratory work
• Comfort working with BSL-2 biohazardous and chemical materials
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline (recent graduates welcome, PhD will not work)
• Hands-on experience with:
• Bioconjugation techniques
• ELISA or ligand binding assays
• HPLC or similar analytical instrumentation

Most Critical Skills

• Strong foundation in biology, chemistry, or biochemistry
• Knowledge of protein characterization techniques such as:
• ELISA, BCA, SDS-PAGE, Western blot
• Octet, UV-Vis, analytical SEC (preferred)
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
• Flexible, team-oriented mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Interview Process

1. Virtual screening interview
2. Technical/team interview

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