POSITION DESCRIPTION

We are hiring a Scientist II. The Scientist II will conduct research under the direction of a supervisor leading to the development of new or improved products.

REQUIRED SKILLS/EDUCATION:

• B.S. in a Biological/Chemical Science, chemical/bio/biomedical engineering or equivalent. M.S. preferred
• B.S. candidates, a minimum of 5 years of relevant lab-related work experience
• M.S. qualified candidates, a minimum of 2 years of relevant lab-related work experience
• Ability to perform a wide range of assigned work and solve complex problems
• Ability to demonstrate potential for critical thinking
• Knowledge of Mammalian Cell Culture, Chemistry, Biochemistry and College-level Math.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory equipment (scales, pH meters, dPCR etc.)
• Knowledge and experience of Mammalian Cell Culture in Biosafety cabinets, PCR (qPCR or dPCR) and immunoassay is highly desirable
• Knowledge of commonly used experimental/research concepts, practices, and procedures.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Suite, data.
• General knowledge of project management.
• Knowledge of GMP and GLP procedures
• Attention to details with critical thinking and problem-solving skills, ability to follow instructions and SOP’s, motivation in learning new knowledge and hands-on techniques, and awareness of basic lab etiquettes and hygiene is highly desirable
• Bioreactor knowledge a plus
• Ability to speak, write and read English fluently

• Performs cell culture experiments for research and development of mammalian cell culture products, technical product support, and/or process improvements.
• Works on problems of moderate scope in which analysis of situation or data requires a review of identifiable factors
• Exercises judgment within general defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
• Performs common chemical/biological assays, including but not limited to buffer and solution preparation, maintaining mammalian cell culture, transfection, dPCR, immunoassay, and quantification of biomolecules such as antibodies, adeno-associated viral vectors, and lentiviral vectors
• Performs experimental design and data analysis using Microsoft Suite, statistic and other experimental design and data plotting or analysis software
• Prepares formal reports and presentations.
• Actively participate in group/project meetings
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications
• Maintain Good Laboratory Practices, Procedures, and documentation.