Associate Research Scientist, NGS

Highly Competitive Salary
  1. Permanent
  2. Biological Sciences, Laboratory Technician
  3. United States
Philadelphia, USA
Posting date: 24 Mar 2022
SC.MR.44043

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Proclinical is currently recruiting for an Associate Research Scientist, NGS with a pharmaceutical company located in Philadelphia, PA. Designs and executes research & development Next Generation Sequencing studies under limited supervision. Drafts test methods and clearly documents all experiments according to SOPs and cGMP guidelines. Acts as an assay trainer. Designs and executes assay qualifications and test article validations under limited supervision. Partners with Testing Operations during assay transfer and validation activities. Participates in client calls and face to face meetings with assistance by departmental senior staff.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Designs and executes R&D Next Generation Sequencing studies under limited supervision. Performs nucleic acid isolation, prepares libraries and operates Next Generation Sequencers.
  • Drafts test methods/RPs/SOPs.
  • Writes research and development reports and ensures data are reported clearly and accurately.
  • Executes QP and VPs and other GMP methods, as needed.
  • Conducts and directs assays and lab procedures according to and in compliance with cGMP, CFR and/or PTC guidelines and SOPs.
  • Demonstrates solid proficiency in scientific theory and rigorous practical application in the completion of lab procedures.
  • Conducts critical review of results and interprets the data. Draws conclusions and plans next steps for assay development or troubleshooting.
  • General lab housekeeping, ordering reagents and materials, initiate work orders, as needed.
  • Performs equipment Planned Maintenance, as needed.
  • Author and execute IQOQ, author equipment SOP, as needed.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and independently as required.

Skills and Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree + 4 years relevant, hands-on lab experience or Master's Degree + 2 years relevant experience
  • Experience with Molecular Biology is required.
  • Experience with DNA extraction, RNA extraction and qPCR is preferred.
  • Experience with Next Generation Sequencing is preferred.
  • Experience with droplet digital PCR is desirable.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Mike Raletz at 267-428-7770. ProClinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.

Proclinical Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.

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