Associate Scientist, Biology-Discovery
About The Position
The Associate Scientist will be part of a highly collaborative team working towards obtaining new swine vaccine licenses. The candidate will work semi-independently as a member of a project team to support development and evaluation of prototype bacterial /viral strains and vaccine platforms. The primary role of this candidate is to perform laboratory activities following established procedures, technologies and methodologies and to assist in development of new assays. The Associate Scientist will assist in the conduct of animal trials involving swine and laboratory animals, and must have the ability to evaluate, summarize and troubleshoot study findings. The candidate will organize and execute one or more general tasks within the department. Technical – Applies established procedures, technologies and methodologies to complete assignments. Detects deviations, investigates causes and suggests improvements. Supports (sub) projects by performing the development, improvement and/or transfer of new or existing products, production processes or laboratory methods and techniques upon assignment by the supervisor. Organizes, conducts and reports in draft form routine animal experiments. Act as study investigator / supervisor or responsible scientist in routine studies. Laboratory work involves standard bacterial and viral titrations, mammalian cell culture maintenance, bacterial fermentations, programming and operation of lyophilizers and bioreactors, microbiology culture techniques, preparation of media, sterilization techniques, conducting growth kinetics studies, assist in developing/optimizing/validating new assays, preparing and testing study samples, formulating vaccines, and accurate documentation of all laboratory work and results. (Inter) departmental – Fulfills general tasks within the organization related to safety, compliance, and laboratory maintenance. Interacts closely with fellow scientists within own and other departments. Supports training of Lab Technicians, trainees and new employees.
Requirements
- B.S. /B.A. degree in Biology, Virology, Bacteriology, Microbiology, Immunology or a related field
- Ability to conduct research project activities under supervision
- Plan project activities and meet timelines
- General experience with laboratory techniques
- Good communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills
- Computer skills including knowledge of Word, Power Point and Excel
Nice To Haves
- Experience with viral and bacterial titration assays
- Experience working with large animals in vaccine development research or related field
- Familiarity with USDA product licensure requirements
- Experience using Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELN)
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory activities following established procedures, technologies and methodologies.
- Assist in development of new assays.
- Assist in the conduct of animal trials involving swine and laboratory animals.
- Evaluate, summarize and troubleshoot study findings.
- Organize and execute one or more general tasks within the department.
- Apply established procedures, technologies and methodologies to complete assignments.
- Detect deviations, investigate causes and suggest improvements.
- Support (sub) projects by performing the development, improvement and/or transfer of new or existing products, production processes or laboratory methods and techniques upon assignment by the supervisor.
- Organize, conduct and report in draft form routine animal experiments.
- Act as study investigator / supervisor or responsible scientist in routine studies.
- Perform standard bacterial and viral titrations, mammalian cell culture maintenance, bacterial fermentations, programming and operation of lyophilizers and bioreactors, microbiology culture techniques, preparation of media, sterilization techniques, conducting growth kinetics studies.
- Assist in developing/optimizing/validating new assays.
- Prepare and test study samples.
- Formulate vaccines.
- Accurately document all laboratory work and results.
- Fulfill general tasks within the organization related to safety, compliance, and laboratory maintenance.
- Interact closely with fellow scientists within own and other departments.
- Support training of Lab Technicians, trainees and new employees.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision healthcare
- other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
- retirement benefits, including 401(k)
- paid holidays
- vacation
- compassionate and sick days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
