Associate Scientist

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine•Spring House, PA

19h•$78,000 - $126,500•Onsite

About The Position

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine R&D is seeking an Associate Scientist for its Cell Engineering and Analytical Sciences (CEAS) department, Cell Line Development group in Spring House, Pennsylvania. The group supports the generation of cell lines that produce large-molecule therapeutics for the company’s disease-area pipeline. The scientist will contribute individually and as part of a team to meet project timelines and objectives, working in a cross-functional environment on projects from Lead Optimization through New Molecular Entity declaration. The position may require up to 10% travel. The role supports development of mammalian cell lines that secrete complex proteins, cell culture development for protein therapeutics, and development of technologies intended to improve protein yields and shorten timelines. It also includes experimental design, data analysis, troubleshooting, project-team contributions, accurate documentation, and general laboratory work involving aseptic manipulation processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, biochemistry, chemical engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
At least 1 year of relevant research experience in protein expression, cell culture or process optimization, CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, or medium development.
Mammalian cell culture experience.
Ability to work in a matrix environment and connect with people across functional groups and organizational levels.
Excellent social, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to accurately report data and present findings to management.
Strong work ethic, creativity, and ability to adapt to change in a dynamic environment.
Highly organized, able to work in a team with a positive attitude and limited supervision.
Focus on achievement and delivery of results with a strong sense of urgency.

Nice To Haves

Analytical reasoning
Biochemistry
Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC)
Clinical trial protocols
Collaboration
Data quality
Drug discovery and development
Execution focus
Molecular diagnostics
Pharmacogenetics
Problem solving
Research documents
Scientific research
Technologically savvy
Troubleshooting
Written expression

Responsibilities

Support development of mammalian cell lines that secrete complex proteins.
Perform cell culture development for protein therapeutics.
Support development of cell biology, molecular biology, or equipment technologies to improve protein yields and shorten timelines.
Participate in cross-functional projects from Lead Optimization to New Molecular Entity declaration.
Support experimental design, data analysis, troubleshooting, and project teams.
Maintain detailed and accurate records and report data for executed procedures and processes.
Work closely with other teams at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine.
Support and assist with general laboratory tasks related to aseptic manipulation processes.
Learn new techniques and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Follow instructions and comply with company policies.
Present findings to management.

Benefits

Company consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)), subject to plan terms.
Eligibility to participate in the long-term incentive program.
Vacation: 120 hours per calendar year.
Sick time: 40 hours per calendar year, with state-specific provisions for Colorado and Washington.
Holiday pay, including floating holidays: 13 days per calendar year.
Work, Personal and Family Time: up to 40 hours per calendar year.
Parental leave: 480 hours within one year of a child’s birth, adoption, or foster-care placement.
Bereavement leave: up to 240 hours for an immediate family member and 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year.
Caregiver leave: 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period.
Volunteer leave: 32 hours per calendar year.
Military spouse time off: 80 hours per calendar year.