Bench Scientist - II

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform sample testing in support of vaccine development, including bioprocess and formulation development, release, stability, characterization, and adjuvant compatibility studies.
• Ability to perform necessary calculations independently and discuss conclusions with their manager.
• Document experiments and analyze data from sample testing and method development/qualification experiments using an electronic laboratory notebook with guidance.
• Contribute to the authoring of technical documents including development reports, analytical test methods, and method qualification reports.
• Read scientific and technical literature to stay current in the area.
• Provide daily laboratory operations support.

Skills:

• Prior research experience working in an analytical lab.
• Good working knowledge of antibody-antigen interactions and bioassay analytical techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with personal computers including word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and relevant scientific software.
• Prior experience working with plate-based immune methods.
• Previous experience with automation (ie. Hamilton STAR).
• Experience with documentation using electronic laboratory notebooks.

Education/Experience:

• BS or BA degree in biology or related discipline with 2–3 years relevant experience.