Research Associate, Cell Line Development
€38,760 - €58,140 per year
Key Skills
Job Description
At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary® futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines® that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals’ unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees. Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so. Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us! Role Within the Cell Engineering and Sciences Department, we are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Research Associate, Cell Line Development (CLD). The team you will join is responsible for the development of stable, protein-producing cell lines and the associated documentation supporting all development projects. In this role, you will contribute to optimizing and automating cell line development processes, with the goal of generating high-titer cell lines that produce high-quality proteins for GMP manufacturing and clinical applications. Responsibilities Perform transfections and select clonal cell lines. Collaborate with the team to create, optimize, and develop new processes within the cell line development area. Operate and support automated systems within the cell culture laboratory. Accurately document and maintain records of all experimental work. Contribute to routine laboratory activities, including cell culture, transfections, cell banking, and protein production. Requirements The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, and brings a positive and enthusiastic approach to teamwork. Additionally, you meet the following requirements: Completed MLO (MBO-4) or HLO (BSc) education (or an equivalent qualification), with 5+ years of work experience. Strong interest in cell culture laboratory work, with attention to documentation and experience with or interest in LIMS database systems. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team, with flexibility and adaptability in a laboratory environment. Strong communication skills in English and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adjust priorities in collaboration with the team. Understanding of, and commitment to, working within a research-based Quality System, including strict adherence to procedures and detailed documentation practices. Affinity for automation and process optimization. You are willing to work occasional weekends, as agreed in advance. You are already living in the Netherlands within commuting distance of Utrecht at the time of application. This is an onsite role. Additional Responsibilities Independently conduct activities related to assigned research studies, including experimental execution, data processing, interpretation, and documentation. Optimize standardized laboratory processes within assigned technologies or studies. Support resource planning (e.g., Research Associates and Assistants), including monitoring, ordering, and maintaining laboratory supplies. Present results periodically during team and project meetings. The proposed gross annual base salary range for this position, in the primary location, based on a full time schedule is: EUR38.760,00---58.140,00 The final salary offer will depend on several factors, including your skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives. Benefits When you join Genmab, you become a part of a culture that supports your physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: Pension Health insurance and wellness benefits Paid time off Employee support programs Further details on eligibility for compensation and benefits based on the role will be provided during the recruitment process. About Genmab Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose to improve the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, its hard-working, innovative and collaborative team has invented next-generation antibody technology platforms and harnessed translational, quantitative and data sciences, resulting in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T-cell engagers, antibody-drug conjugates, next-generation immune checkpoint modulators and effector function-enhanced antibodies. 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 international presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit Genmab.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X. 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 Job Applicant Privacy Notice (genmab.com). 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 contract.
Core Responsibilities
Perform transfections, select clonal cell lines, and contribute to cell culture, cell banking, and protein production activities. Optimize and support automated laboratory processes, document and interpret experimental work, manage supplies, and present results to project teams.
Requirements
Requires an MLO (MBO-4), HLO (BSc), or equivalent qualification and more than five years of work experience, with a strong interest in cell culture and careful documentation. Candidates should be collaborative, adaptable, proactive, comfortable with quality-system procedures and automation, able to manage multiple projects, communicate in English, and live within commuting distance of Utrecht.
Benefits
- Pension
- Health Insurance
- Wellness Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Support Programs
- Discretionary Bonuses
- Long-Term Incentives
About Genmab
Industry: Biotechnology Research
Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees
We are an international biotechnology company dedicated to improving the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases through innovative antibody medicines. Long recognized for our expertise in antibody innovation, our passionate and collaborative team has pioneered antibody-based formats, including bispecific antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates, immune-modulating antibodies, and other modalities for the treatment of cancer and other serious diseases. Today, we are advancing a strong late-stage clinical pipeline, including wholly owned programs, with the goal of delivering transformative medicines to patients. Our quest to turn science into medicine and transform the treatment of cancer and other serious diseases is guided by our core values: a passion for innovation, determination, integrity, working as one team, and respecting each other. When you work at Genmab you'll be part of a warm, fun, dynamic community seeking out and embracing the opportunity to build new and bold futures within a rapidly growing biotechnology company. Genmab is a place where you can be authentically you; you are empowered to innovate, build solutions and execute; you feel cared for and supported. Altogether, this makes working at Genmab an extra[not]ordinary® experience. Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Genmab has a strong international presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit Genmab.com. Disclaimer: http://gmab.ly/Jn0e50XWplA