Danaher Corporation
Senior Scientist Antibody Validation
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Senior Scientist Antibody Validation
**Senior Scientist (Immuno-Oncology & Flow Cytometry) — Abcam from Danaher
Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology?
At Abcam—one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies—our mission is clear: save lives through innovation. Our team of over 1,400 passionate colleagues shares a commitment to advancing critical research areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders.
We operate within a culture of belonging, where your unique perspective drives progress, and Danaher’s system of continuous improvement ensures ideas become impactful solutions. Success is achieved together—our collaborations with the scientific community enable faster breakthroughs across industry-changing research.
About the Role
The Senior Scientist contributes to Abcam’s Antibody Product Portfolio Expansion by designing and implementing validation strategies for new antibodies. Reporting to the Team Leader, Immunocytochemistry and Flow Cytometry as part of the Validation Team (based in Cambridge), this onsite role offers an opportunity to shape research through:
- Developing robust strategies for validating antibodies in fields like cancer, immunology, and infectious diseases.
- Establishing and optimizing new assays and workflows with a focus on standardization and standardization across projects.
- Upholding high laboratory standards, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, internal and external quality standards.
- Mentoring junior colleagues, fostering a motivated and collaborative working environment.
- Managing projects to meet deadlines while proactively communicating progress to stakeholders across teams and locations.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and execution of antibody validation strategies for critical research areas.
- Define and improve processes and assays, ensuring reproducibility and scalability.
- Oversee ISO 9001-compliant laboratory practices, upholding ethical standards and operational excellence.
- Train, support, and inspire junior scientists in best practices and career development.
- Drive cross-team collaboration, ensuring projects align with business goals and deliver measurable impact.
Essential Requirements
✅ Education/Experience:
- PhD in Immunology, Immuno-Oncology, or Infectious Disease, or equivalent industry experience (typically 5+ years in a medical/biotech setting).
- 7+ years of combined academic and industry experience in relevant scientific disciplines.
✅ Technical Expertise:
- Strong background in Flow Cytometry, with hands-on experience in multicolor immunophenotyping (extracellular and intracellular markers for human and murine studies).
- Proven track record in developing and validating new laboratory assays and protocols.
✅ Professional Skills:
- Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, capable of multitasking under deadlines.
- Strong communications skills, enabling collaboration at local and global levels.
**Preferred Qualifications (+)]
🔹 Prior leadership experience in people management. 🔹 Work experience in alignment with ISO 9001 or comparable QA frameworks.
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Reasons to Join Abcam
Comprehensive Benefits
Within Danaher’s competitive benefits package, you’ll enjoy:
- Generous paid time off.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Eligibility for retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k)).
- Performance-based incentive programs.
Unique Advantages
🔸 Join a mission-driven company—directly supporting breakthroughs in medicine worldwide. 🔸 Dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth, innovation, and impact. 🔸 Partnership with global metrology leaders; access to Danaher’s system of continuous improvement. 📅 Eligible to apply for bonus/incentive compensation, aligning with shared success.
Note: Pay and bonus packages are subject to discretion and vesting terms—final amounts determined by internal policies. For full details, review our Applicant Data Privacy Notice and job description terms.
Ready to* Accelerate Tomorrow’s Science?
Whether you’re designing assays or mentoring the next generation of researchers, Abcam’s global team is shaping the future. Join Danaher’s portfolio of companies and help bring life sciences innovation to life.
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