Bench Scientist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• This is a laboratory-based position within the Vaccines Early Bio Process Analytical Development group.
• The individual will perform routine sample testing, analytical method development and assay qualification studies in support of early vaccine development.
• Assays include but are not limited to enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs) and other plate-based testing.
• This is a dynamic position that will require work on fast-moving and high-visibility projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under direct supervision, 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.

Education and Experience:

• BS or BA degree in biology or related discipline with 0- 2 years relevant experience.
• Prior experience working with plate-based immune methods.
• Previous experience with automation (ie. Hamilton STAR).
• Experience with documentation using electronic laboratory notebooks.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic 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 is required.