Scientist (Assay Development/rAAV Process/Mammalian Cell Culture/ddPCR/ELISA)

Systems Ally • Worcester, MA

401d • $93,600 - $99,840

About The Position

The Scientist position in the Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine Group at Abbott's Bioresearch Center focuses on rAAV analytical characterization for gene therapy. The role involves collaboration with therapeutic area teams to advance the rAAV pipeline, requiring expertise in biotechnology, particularly in rAAV process and analytical development. The candidate will assist in developing and executing analytical methods to support preclinical studies, contributing to both development and analytical activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's with 2-3 years of experience or Master's in Biology or related discipline
• Experience in molecular assay development and optimization (e.g., ddPCR, WB, WES, SDS-PAGE)
• Experience in rAAV production using mammalian cell platforms
• Experience in cell culture work (e.g., maintenance, transfection, transduction)
• Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative and dynamic environment
• Successful track record of working in high-growth and dynamic organizations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Evidence of 'hands-on' experience and expertise
• Organized and detail oriented with a passion to deliver quality results

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and application of molecular and cell-based assays (e.g., ELISA, SDS-PAGE, WB, WES, Endotoxin assay)
• Maintain and culture cells or assist in AAV production as needed
• Analyze experimental data, generating plots and summarizing results and conclusions
• Maintain a comprehensive Electronic Lab Notebook documenting experiments
• Maintain a high level of productivity in the team with clear daily, detailed, and accurate documentation of experiments
• Collaborate with team members to meet project goals, and advance novel vectors into pipeline
• Author technical reports and protocols
• Understand and enforce company culture, teamwork, safety, appropriate handling of materials in a BSL2 environment
• Perform all activities in compliance with applicable regulations, Company's policies and guidelines
• Bring a 'can do' spirit to work and deliver on other responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

• Commuter assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree