We are looking for an entrepreneurial-minded Research Associate to join our early-stage biotechnology company. You will work with our R&D team to explore the impact of our novel glycan-engineering technology on a range of cutting-edge therapeutic treatments. Additionally, you will contribute to the next innovative phase of our technology by carrying out in-depth reviews of the latest scientific literature and driving discussions with KOLs. The ideal candidate has a strong entrepreneurial spirit, a creative mind, and is prepared to go above and beyond the boundaries of a regular job. We have an exciting and dynamic work environment at kyron.bio and are looking for a team member that thrives outside of their comfort zone! You will join as a member of the founding team, representing a unique opportunity to make a real impact to the lives of patients.

What you can expect from us

• Opportunity to be a member of the founding team of an innovative startup

• Work directly with the Senior Scientist in our dynamic R&D team in the center of Paris: our labs are based at the IPGG in Paris 5ème, right off Rue Mouffetard!

• Competitive research salary

• Employee first mentality

• We will do everything we can for employee mental and physical health.Down time will be respected. Annual leave will be generous. Breaks are strongly encouraged. Rest is an essential component of productivity!

• The opportunity to help bring advanced drugs to the market, improving the lives of millions of people

• PhD in cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, biological engineering, or other life science discipline

• Experience in CHO cell line culture and development, which includes:

  • Vector design and cloning; Stable and transient transfections; Single cell clone selection (FACS or serial dilutions); Research Cell Banking (RCB) generation; Cell line stability assessment studies; Genetic characterization methods (qPCR, whole genome sequencing)

• Experience in recombinant monoclonal antibody production and purification, which includes:

  • Cell supernatant harvesting and clarifying; Titer measurements (ELISA/Octet); Antibody purification (affinity and gel filtration chromatography); Protein sample prep for downstream analysis (buffer exchange, concentrating); in vitro and cellbased activity assays (antigen binding, ADCC activity, etc.).

• Entrepreneurial mindset:

  • As an early-stage start-up, we need someone who can adapt quickly to shifting priorities, take initiative, and be proactive in contributing to the success of the team

• Fluency in English

• Excellent command of scientific literature and writing skills

• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Exceptional organizational skills

• Ability to think in a creative manner to solve problems – a strong bias to action

• Able to work in a timely manner to meet tight deadlines

• Quick learner and eager to take on new tasks outside of comfort zone

• Great communication skills and open to both giving and receiving feedback

• A team player who is strongly invested in our mission at kyron.bio and is excited to get involved in all aspects of company building

  Your bonus skills

• Experience working in a pharmaceutical company or another startup is a huge bonus

• Knowledge in the field of N-glycosylation

• Molecular modeling experience

• Strong bioinformatics skills

• Successful grant writing

• Patent writing and/or landscaping

• Experience with Benchling, Miro, and Notion

• Fluency in French

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