• Staff Scientist

    Actalent (Wilmington, DE)


    Job Title: Associate Staff Scientist Job Description

     

    As part of the antibody discovery group, this individual will play an essential role in supporting early-stage discovery programs through the purification and qualification of antibody samples. This position requires routine cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment and meticulous recording of work in detailed electronic notebooks.

    Responsibilities

    + Plan, perform, analyze, and document laboratory experiments.

    + Execute purification workflows primarily focused on antibodies using various chromatographic techniques.

    + Take primary responsibility for high-throughput, small-scale purification using magnetic beads and handlers.

    + Conduct mid-scale purification using either magnetic beads or a protein maker (24 columns at once).

    + Utilize Acta systems for large-scale polishing.

    + Perform buffer exchange, quality control, and characterization of purified samples.

    + Handle a large volume of purification samples with high attention to detail.

    + Troubleshoot and optimize purification workflows to enhance efficiency.

    + Maintain laboratory instruments and supplies.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in chemistry and experience with protein purification.

    + Familiarity with various characterization methods such as SDS PAGE, CE-SDS, SEC, and Western Blotting.

    + Experience using Microsoft software.

    + Bachelor's degree with 3-5+ years of experience or a Master's degree with 3+ years of related experience in Bio, BioChem, Chem, or a related field.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with liquid handling automation or high-throughput purification automation is preferred.

    + Familiarity with aseptic techniques for sterile protein purification is a plus.

    + Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork abilities.

    + Flexibility and enthusiasm in a fast-paced biotech environment.

    + Ability to collaborate with various functional groups.

    Work Environment

    This is a lab-based, onsite, full-time position. The role involves working with state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and technologies in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The dress code is appropriate for laboratory work.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Wilmington, Delaware.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $36.06/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Wilmington,DE.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.