Scientist - II

Job Title: Scientist - II
Job Location: West Point, PA
Job Duration: 12+ Months (Possibility of extension)
 
Job Description Summary:
Responsibilities:
• Prepare laboratory reagents, solutions, and culture media.
• Perform lab-scale upstream processing of vaccine products and process intermediates (including Biosafety Level 2 virus).
• Perform analytical assay to quantify protein concentration.
• Setup process equipment for lab-scale experiments.
• Perform in-process monitoring assays.
• Analyse, collate, track, and report data back to client staff members.
• Maintain records and test results following good laboratory practices (GLP)
• Work independently and efficiently.
• Document work clearly and perform tests accurately.
• Communicate effectively with client staff members.
 
Qualifications/Experience:
• B.S. in Biology, Bio/chemistry, Bio/chemical Engineering, or related science
• At least six months of laboratory experience in analytical testing.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
• General laboratory skills, experience with aseptic manipulations, pipettes.
• Experience using micropipette.
• Experience in culturing mammalian cells, including passaging and harvesting.
• Experience performing basic cell-based assays (e.g. cell counting, imaging)
• Experience using formulas and linking spreadsheets in Excel.
• Highly computer literate. Capable of quickly learning and adapting to new computer programs. Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
 
 
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