Virology Assay Scientist
About The Position
The Virology Assay Scientist will support virus production, characterization, and testing activities in a fast-paced laboratory environment. This role involves handling HIV-positive materials and patient-derived samples and performing high-throughput, cell-based virology assays using automated instrumentation. The successful candidate will contribute to both routine testing and the development, optimization, and validation of novel virology and biomarker assays. This is a highly hands-on laboratory role requiring attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple workflows simultaneously.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, bioengineering, or a related scientific discipline
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech laboratory environment
- Demonstrated experience with mammalian cell culture and immunoassays
- Willingness and ability to work with HIV laboratory strains and patient-derived samples
- Ability to learn and operate automated and high-throughput laboratory instrumentation
- Must be eligible to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Nice To Haves
- Experience with blood processing and PBMC isolation
- Experience working with primary cell cultures
- Hands-on experience with transfection techniques and flow cytometry
- Prior operation of automated liquid handling systems or other high-throughput platforms
Responsibilities
- Receipt, logging, and processing of patient blood samples, including isolation of PBMCs
- Virus production and characterization, including large-scale laboratory preparations
- Performance of ELISA- and flow cytometry–based viral analyses
- Plasmid handling and transfection-related activities
- High-throughput testing of compounds using cell-based HIV assays
- Assisting with the development, validation, and execution of novel biomarker and virology assays
- Operation and maintenance of automated laboratory equipment, as needed
- Accurate documentation of experimental data in accordance with GMP and laboratory best practices
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
