Scientist I

Job Description

Job Summary:

• We are seeking a motivated full-time temporary (1 year) employee to work as a member of our Cell Line Development (CLD) team within Client Biopharmaceutics R&D.
• Research will focus on optimizing and streamlining innovative process methodologies used in generating recombinant CHO cell line platforms.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities will consist of performing CLD activities including molecular cloning (plasmid / vector construction), CHO cell culture (stable transfections, pool / clone generation) and flow cytometry.
• Additional responsibilities include performing good documentation practices, managing work assignments, analyzing and interpreting data and conducting necessary troubleshooting (consulting with supervisor as needed).

Education and Experience:

• BS degree in Science with 1-3 years or MS degree in Science with 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g. molecular/vector cloning, DNA gel electrophoresis, plasmid preparations).
• Experience in mammalian/CHO cell culture practices.
• Experience in flow cytometry (FACS) techniques.