About the RoleWe are seeking a self-driven Scientist to lead and deliver end-to-end molecular biology projects in our NBE Services portfolio. You will design and execute strategies for engineered antibodies, enzymes, structural proteins, and mutant strains — supporting global drug discovery programs in a fast-paced CRO environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and execute molecular biology workflows for production of engineered antibodies, enzymes, structural/reagent proteins, and mutant strainsLead gene synthesis, cloning, vector design/swapping, antibody gene sequencing, and site-directed mutagenesis projectsGenerate CRISPR-based mutants in prokaryotic systems; perform sequence data analysis and validationExecute mRNA isolation, cDNA synthesis, and gene expression analysis using Real-Time PCRSupport HCP/HCD estimation, data analysis, and protein engineering initiativesOversee plasmid production and chromatographic purification (affinity, IEX, SEC)Manage microbial, yeast, and fungal strain engineering, including cell bank preparation and characterizationOperate and optimize automation/high-throughput platforms (liquid handlers, robotic systems)Mentor and lead the molecular biology team; drive project planning, execution, and client communicationPrepare technical reports, presentations, project proposals, and SOPs with minimal reviewEnsure 100% compliance with GLP/GMP, ALCOA+ data integrity, and lab safety standardsMust-Have Qualifications6-10 years of hands-on industrial or advanced academic experience in molecular biology R&DExpertise in:• Cloning (In-Fusion, Gibson, TOPO, ligation-based)• Vector design, gene synthesis, mutagenesis, antibody sequencing• CRISPR-based editing in prokaryotes• RT-qPCR, mRNA/cDNA workflows, sequence analysis• Mammalian/microbial cell culture and strain engineering• SnapGene, Sequencher, Benchling, or equivalent bioinformatics tools
Job Title
Scientist - Molecular Biology