Associate Research Scientist

A leading management consulting firm is advertising a vacancy for an Associate Research Scientist position. The organization, which prides itself on its leading presence as a global advisor of talent supply chain strategies and workforce solutions, is seeking for a driven and talented individual to join its New Jersey-based office. This is an exciting opportunity to work for an international company and bolster a career in the clinical field.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performing basic research to discover and characterize bacterial antigens with the goal of advancing the development novel vaccines to prevent bacterial infections.
• Expressing and purifying proteins and the characterization of these proteins through biochemical and immunological techniques.
• Being responsible for data analysis and interpretation using various computer applications, such as Excel and GraphPad.
• Maintaining a clear written record of experimental design and results.
• Writing reports, protocols and manuscripts.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies, as well as ensuring a safe laboratory environment.

Skills and Requirements:

• BS, BA or MS in biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, or related discipline required.
• A minimum of two years relevant experience.
• Experience in protein purification and basic biochemistry is required.
• Experience in basic immunology, including immunological assays, is a plus.
• Experience with genetic manipulation of bacteria is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Works well in a team environment
• Works well in a regulated (GCLP compliant) laboratory environment
• Experience with protein expression and purification from E. coli, including size-exclusion, ion exchange and affinity chromatography, with FPLC experience a plus.
• Characterization of protein-protein/protein-substrate interactions, with biolayer interferometry experience a plus.
• Immunological techniques such as Western blot, ELISA, and bead-based immunological assays.
• Demonstrable multitasking, project management, and execution skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, including communication, presentation, persuasion, and influence.
• Good organisational skills, including efficiency, punctuality, and collaboration in a team environment.
• Proficiency with computer skills, such as MS Office.

To Apply:

Please click on the Apply button. Please include a short note outlining why you are interested in the role and why you think you are suitable.

In case you have difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Samantha Reader at +1 267 983 0134 or upload your CV on our website - www.proclinical.com.

A full job description is available on request.

ProClinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.

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