Senior Scientist (Antibody Development)

Published: 2026-10-02

Department
Soft Flow
Pellérdi út 91/B
7634 Pécs

Country
Hungary

At FOSS, innovation isn’t just a value - it’s in our DNA. Our mission to enable more sustainable use of the world’s food resources is shared by more than 300 dedicated R&D professionals located in two global innovation hubs. We develop industry-leading analytical solutions that empower food and agricultural businesses worldwide - and we’re just getting started.

We are looking for a technically skilled and experienced Senior Scientist specialized in antibody development to join our Research and Development department.

Our team culture is open, transparent, and built on helping each other when needed. We value clear prioritization, even in a dynamic environment with multiple shifting tasks.

About the Role

As part of the Antibody Development team, you will take a leading role in the design and execution of antibody generation and characterization projects. You will work closely with a small, specialized team, taking ownership of experimental work from planning through to interpretation, while also helping to shape how the team's processes evolve over time. Your expertise in the area will be crucial in establishing robust workflows and reliable deliveries for downstream applications. Close collaboration and a holistic view of the application and customer needs is an important part of the role, as is communication with adjacent teams.

Your Key Responsibilities

• You will plan and independently run experimental work across antibody development and characterization.
• You will be responsible for standardizing and streamlining our antibody development process and ensuring a pipeline for research and development
• You will evaluate and interpret complex data sets and translate them into clear conclusions and next steps.
• You will contribute to selecting instruments, materials, and vendors, and manage related procurement steps.
• You will collaborate closely with other teams across the organization to ensure antibodies meet downstream application and customer needs.
• You will build strong working relationships with internal and external partners.

What You Bring

• BSc/MSc (or higher) in Biology, Biotechnology, Immunology, or a related Life Science field.
• Hands-on laboratory experience in antibody development (hybridoma, recombinant, or related techniques).
• Industry experience is preferred but not mandatory, strong academic research experience will also be considered.
• Good communication skills in both Hungarian and English (written and verbal).

Who You Are

You are a team player who works well with and through others across teams to reach shared goals. You work independently and take the initiative to move projects forward. Your working style is thorough; you always verify important details and ensure no gaps in information. You persevere through obstacles and see projects through to completion.

Why Join FOSS?

At FOSS, you’ll be part of an international company that is a global leader in analytical solutions for food and agriculture. You’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, dedicated colleagues, and real-world challenges that matter. Expect a collaborative culture grounded in trust, openness, and teamwork - where your ideas are welcomed and your contributions valued.

Ready to shape the future of food analysis?

Join FOSS and lead the way in sustainable innovation.

Send your application and relevant documentation, . We conduct interviews on an ongoing basis; therefore, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

All applications for vacant positions will be welcomed and will be considered on the relative merits of the applicant against the role profile for the position regardless of nationality, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, parental responsibilities, age, religion, or belief.

FOSS

Today, more than 8 billion people around the world are dependent on nutritional food. Tons of food being produced in a million different ways and under varying conditions, creating challenges all the way from field to fork. One of them, obviously, is the effect it has on climate change.

FOSS helps the world’s 100 biggest food companies, and more than 40,000 others around the world navigate exactly that with intelligent, data-driven and innovative analytical solutions. We are making sustainability a better business, and we’re doing so as the global market leader in our field – improving food quality, minimizing food waste, ensuring food safety, and securing fair payment.

Join a pioneering and innovative company in the food and agriculture industry. A company on a mission, with offices all around the world and 1,750 talented colleagues across 34 different countries.