Associate Research Scientist, Vapi

Job Description Position: Scientist / Research Associate– In Vitro Screening&Functional Assays Location: Vapi, Gujarat Company: Nuvo Labs Pvt. Ltd. (Meril Life Sciences Group) About the Role Nuvo Labs Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a highly motivated scientist/research associate to support in vitro screening and functional characterization of therapeutic antibodies and drug molecules . The candidate will contribute to high-throughput screening, cell-based functional assays, and biochemical characterization to support antibody discovery and lead candidate selection in drug discovery programs.Key Responsibilities In Vitro Screening&Functional Assays Design and execute high-throughput and medium-throughput screening assays for monoclonal and bispecific antibodies. Develop and perform cell-based functional assays , including: Receptor binding and signaling assays Reporter assays Cytokine release assays Immune cell activation assaysADCC / ADCP assays Antibody Characterization Perform binding and affinity characterization using techniques such as: ELISA Flow Cytometry Other biochemical and immunological assays Drug Discovery Support Screen antibody and drug molecule panels to support lead candidate identification and selection .Analyze experimental data and prepare scientific reports to support internal research programs. Required Technical Skills Candidates should have strong hands-on experience in: Mammalian cell culture techniques Biochemical assays , including: Western Blotting Immunoprecipitation Molecular biology techniques , including:RNA processing qPCR ddPCR Cloning Preferred Qualifications M.Sc. / M.Tech / PhD in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or related field Experience working in antibody discovery, immunology, or drug discovery laboratories Familiarity with flow cytometry and functional immune assays is highly desirable.Key Competencies Strong experimental and analytical skills Ability to design and optimize biological assays Strong documentation and scientific reporting skills Ability to work in a collaborative research environment