Scientific - Research Scientist

Job Description: Position Summary:

The primary purpose of this position is to conduct laboratory experiments for the biophysical characterization of protein reagents for use across multiple technology platforms, including but not limited to: Flow cytometry, IHC, and immunoassays. In this role the individual will be responsible for collaborating and communicating across the organization to assure on-time delivery of high-quality characterized materials.

Position Responsibilities:

• Works under limited supervision to design, execute and analyze BLI, SPR and/or other experiments to assess biophysical/binding properties of antibody and non-antibody protein reagents
• Works under limited supervision to design, execute, and analyze data for immunoassay method development activities
• Troubleshoots routine assay problems and instrument malfunctions.
• Works under limited supervision to generate final data summaries and presents to stakeholders
• Maintains required training per Client standard operating procedures
• Maintains and completes notebooks and other documentations as per departmental guidelines
• Achieves objectives in a manner consistent with the Client Behaviors.
  
  

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree 6 years of related industry experience
• Master’s Degree with 3 years of related industry experience
• Ph.D. in related field with 0-3 years of related experience
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some knowledge of BLI/SPR and immunoassays and general laboratory techniques
• Applies scientific and/or technical skills and functional knowledge to conduct experiments/research/studies in assigned area.
• Proficient in scientific/technical writing
• Can interpret scientific results, designs and executes the next logical step in a series of related experiments
  
  

This role will require the contingent worker to work in a laboratory setting. They will not work with blood, animals or hazardous materials. No heavy lifting required.