Research Associate, Cell Biology & Immunology Full-time NEW

The Opportunity

The Position as Research Associate at Laigo Bio, an innovative biotechnology company in Utrecht, the Netherlands, with a focus on cell biology and immunology. This is a hands-on laboratory role offering an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced research technician (HBO) or scientist (MSc) or to join a growing biotech and gain direct exposure to early drug discovery.

The team is developing and screening novel antibody therapeutics across oncology and autoimmune disease. You will contribute to preclinical in-vitro research by running cell-based experiments that directly inform discovery decisions.

Position Overview

In this role, you will execute in-vitro experiments focused on cell culture, molecular biology, functional immune assays/readouts, and flow cytometry. Collaborating closely with scientists and fellow associates, you will generate high-quality data, support antibody screening activities, and contribute to the development and optimisation of experimental assays.

This position suits someone who enjoys being in the lab, can work with growing independence, contributes with creativity and wants to build a strong foundation in biotech pre-clinical R&D.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and run in-vitro cell-based experiments supporting antibody screening programs.
• Perform Western blotting and flow cytometry for phenotypic and functional readouts.
• Culture and maintain mammalian cell lines and primary immune cells (e.g., PBMCs).
• Contribute to assay development, optimization, and troubleshooting
• Analyse data, maintain clear documentation, and communicate results effectively within the team.
• Support general laboratory operations related to cell culture and assay readiness.

Candidate Profile

• Research technician with 2+ years’ relevant work experience or MSc in Immunology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or related discipline with profound hands-on experience.
• Hands-on multiparameter flow cytometry experience and/or molecular biology techniques such as Western blotting and ELISA.
• Solid background in mammalian cell culture background, including primary cells.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data quality
• Proactive and committed to data quality, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and process optimizations.
• Comfortable working collaboratively in a fast-paced biotech environment.
• Fluent in English.
• Exposure to early drug discovery or biotech environments is a plus.
• Experience in antibody protein production and purification is a plus

What’s on Offer

• Entry into a fast-growing biotech at a key development stage.
• A genuinely hands-on scientific role with visible impact.
• Strong mentorship and technical development.
• Exposure to antibody drug discovery.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

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