Research Associate in Antibody Discovery

Abilita Therapeutics is an innovation-driven biotechnology start-up company focused on enabling the discovery and development of drugs targeting undruggable membrane proteins, including G Protein-Coupled Receptors (GPCRs), transporters and ion channels. With our proprietary technology, Abilita aims to discover and develop transformative therapeutics to treat a wide range of diseases. For more detailed information, visit our website at

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Research Associate in Antibody Discovery to assist with challenging discovery campaigns across multiple targets. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in yeast display and/or phage display and mammalian tissue culture. The candidate will help build a unique pipeline of antibody therapeutic candidates. The successful candidate will be a proactive and resilient individual who thrives in a team-focused, cutting-edge environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support antibody discovery efforts by executing laboratory experiments related to library generation and panning campaigns.
• Assist with workflows including antibody characterization, engineering, humanization, affinity maturation, and all other lead optimization activities.
• Perform basic tissue culture operations to maintain, transfect, and harvest mammalian cell biomass.
• Produce high-quality, reliable data and maintain accurate, detailed laboratory records.
• Operate and maintain the relevant equipment.
• Maintain close collaborative interactions with colleagues within the research group and regularly communicate progress to the team or supervisors.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology or a related field (REQUIRED).
• Minimum of 5 years of molecular biology experience (REQUIRED).
• Minimum of 2 years of antibody discovery experience in the laboratory (REQUIRED).
• Hands-on experience with antibody display technologies (e.g., phage display or yeast surface display), including library construction and/or selection/panning (REQUIRED).
• Proficiency with cloning, sequencing, and using basic molecular biology techniques (e.g. PCR, restriction enzymes).
• Demonstrated capability to independently design, implement, and troubleshoot experimental work in a laboratory.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining accurate lab records.
• Experience with library construction is a plus.
• Experience with bioinformatics tools for sequence analysis is a plus.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Stock options, giving you a significant stake in the success and growth of our company.
• The opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge company that is making a real difference in the field of small-molecule and antibody therapeutics for undruggable membrane proteins.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment that values innovation, creativity, and passion.