Career
Agrisera is a Life Science company, specialized in the production of polyclonal and monoclonal antibodies, with 40 years in the field. Agrisera produces and sells antibodies and related products to researchers and companies worldwide, and is a leading supplier of antibodies against plant proteins.
In 2020, Agrisera was aqcuired by Olink Proteomics, a fast-growing Uppsala-based global company whose world-leading technology and products contribute to the development of precision medicine. Olink's products are used in medical areas such as cardiovascular diseases, cancer and neurological diseases. Olink's Proximity Extension Assay (PEA) technology can measure close to 5400 biomarkers simultaneously, in only a few µl of sample. The analyzes enable a deeper understanding of disease processes, improved disease detection, and contribute to increased biological knowledge.
Development Engineer - qPCR Screening
Position Description
We are currently seeking a Development Engineer to join the qPCR Screening team at Agrisera. The main responsibility of the team is to test (screen) antibodies that downstream become part of Olink's multiplex panels. The group is located at Agrisera in Umeå and is a part of the R&D Highplex Department in Uppsala. You will belong to a team of six people and report to the Section Manager qPCR Screening located at Agrisera.
Primary Responsibilities
As an employee in the group, your duties will consist of both laboratory work, but also data analysis and logging of information. The main tasks will be to:
• Plan and perform laboratory work in accordance with set project plans and work schedules.
• Perform experiments using Olinks PEA (Proximity Extension Assay) technology using qPCR as a readout platform.
• Analysis of qPCR screening data.
• Evaluate, report and document results from the laboratory work.
• Actively participate in the development of the group's and department's activities and participate in improvement projects.
• Handle and register data for large amounts of antibodies, antigens and biological samples.
Qualifications/skills
• Master’s degree in life sciences or corresponding education.
• Documented lab experience. Experience in pipetting small volumes and of using pipetting robots is advantageous.
• A few years of working experience from the industry is highly beneficial.
• Experience with antibody-based test methods as well as with PCR/qPCR is advantageous.
• Good computer skills in general and good knowledge of Excel.
• Experience of working in projects.
• Fluent in spoken and written Swedish and English.
As a person you are responsible, driven and solution oriented. As we handle large amounts of reagents and data, we value that you are thorough and structured. You are a dedicated team player who finds it easy to communicate and interact with others both within the group and with those who work in other departments. It is important that you have a positive attitude and can adapt to changing circumstances, as we have a strong customer focus and are a company in growth. Unfortunately, we are not able to assist with relocation or visa sponsorships for this role. If you want to help to deepen the understanding of real-time human biology and are looking for an exciting new challenge, we encourage you to apply! The selection process is on-going, and the position might get filled before the last day of application so please apply as soon as possible, however no later than 2025-01-18.
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Master thesis and other degree projects at Agrisera
Interested in working at a biotech company? Doing your master thesis at Agrisera means that you will work in a modern antibody production and purification facility, interacting with experienced and dedicated staff. Agrisera is a local antibody supplier, established in 1985. We offer experimental projects in protein biochemistry and immunology. Conducting your degree work at Agrisera will give you the possibility to get insight into our operations. You will work in a creative environment, together with dedicated and friendly co-workers.
Examples of master theses previously conducted at Agrisera:
”Column preparation and method development to remove anti-Rubisco antibodies from serum samples”
”Anti-α1,3-fucose and anti-β1,2-xylose antibodies – tools for better understanding of protein glycosylation in plant cells”
To apply, provide us with your CV, as well as a personal letter where you describe what you are interested in and why you think that you are suitable person for a project at Agrisera.
Contact: [email protected].
