Description:

Our client is seeking a Research Associate III to join our Potency Assays Group. Potency Assays is responsible for the development, qualification and implementation of Potency assays that include but are not limited to cell-based assays, binding ELISAs and AlphaLISAs as well as other methods to support the characterization and advancement of therapeutics in the pipeline.

Experience and Know-How

• Demonstrates technical expertise in immunological and general cell-based assays, ELISAs, cytotoxicity, tissue culture and molecular biology techniques
• Experience with programming and use of high-throughput liquid-handling systems is strongly desired
• Experience with mammalian cell culture and sterile technique
• Experience in the use of live cell imaging systems is strongly desired
• Demonstrates a scientific curiosity & understanding of potency assays
• Can critically evaluate and apply techniques
• Understands scope of projects and how work fits within the context of departmental goals
• Viewed as subject matter expert on potency assays and assay automation
• Must be driven, high-motivated and be able to work in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Creative, independent, well-organized and solution-oriented

Complexity

• Can lead potency specific projects and ensures transparency of results and plans to supervisor and management

Decision Making and Accountability

• Functions in experimental design, implementation, and interpretation of results with minimal supervision
• Expected to understand scope of project
• Will be assigned responsibility for long-term projects or for components within major projects

Potency Assay Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a keen interest in potency assay automation, both programming and using liquid handlers
• Responsible for the organization and generation of large-scale cell banks used for potency assays
• Develop, qualify, and implement potency assays (cytotoxicity, binding, effector function, immunological and other assays) to support early- and late-phase product and process development
• Transfer potency assays to QC GMP group
• Potential to represent the group as a lead on technical and other cross-functional teams
• Present work and participate in larger group meetings
• Write technical reports

Skills & Qualifications:

B.S. or M.S in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, Microbiology, Bioengineering or related discipline

3-5+ years industry experience preferred

Experience with liquid handling robots highly preferred

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