Scientist I

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recombinant baculovirus generation, WVB.
• Protein Expression in baculovirus insect cells system in shake flasks.
• Cell maintenance, transfection, infection, and harvest of viral stocks from suspension culture.
• Sampling culture flasks and preparation of samples for analytical testing.
• Performing standard molecular biology tasks such as DNA purification, PCR, Western blot, FACs and SDS-PAGE techniques.
• Preform titer assays.
• Preform aseptic techniques.
• Wash glassware and USP process equipment.
• Design, analyze and document experiments, maintain proper records electronically and in lab notebooks.
• Effectively communicate results in group and department meetings.
• Contribute to lab organization, reagent tracking and ordering.
• Ensure that work performed is conducted in a safe and compliant manner in adherence with SOPs/SWIs and protocols.
• Coordinate data capture and tracking information.
• Write and review protocols and reports.

Education and Experience:

• BS in Biology, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or other relevant disciplines.
• 0 -2 years of experience with BS degree working in academic or industry.
• Experience in baculovirus protein expression system and insect cell cultures is highly desirable.
• Experience in cell culture procedures and associated aseptic techniques.
• Strong experience in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point is important.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to plan and conduct laboratory experiments, evaluate, and interpret data.
• Ability to work within team environment and multitasking.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and ability to prioritize assignments.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Willing to work changing work schedules and hours as needed.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English.