Associate Scientist

Proclinical is currently recruiting for an Associate Scientist with a pharmaceutical company located in Santa Monica, CA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct multicolor flow cytometry experiments to enable routine and non-routine analysis of cellular products
• Perform flow cytometry based analytical method development and qualification to enable product characterization of autologous T cell therapies
• Conduct experiments by rigorously implementing approved protocols and following good documentation practices
• Execute and document cell culture and passaging and banking activities as required
• Plan and execute assigned experiments that support routine development activities
  and project goals
• Systematically record data and analyze the results of laboratory operations to ensure compliance to appropriate test methods, specifications, and protocols
• Participate in analytical method transfer activities to clinical and commercial QC
• Participate in meetings, present data, provide expertise in areas of responsibility and analyze and prepare data for sharing
• Operate and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation that is used routinely in execution of assays
• Support testing as needed to enable process development, innovation and investigations
• Ensure that departmental work areas are maintained per 5S guidelines

Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Immunology, Molecular Biology or related discipline with 8+ years of industry experience, or advanced degree (MS) in relevant discipline with 6+ years of industry experience or Master's with 4+ years of industry experience
• Experience with multi-color flow cytometry technology and associated instrumentation
• Knowledge and experience in flow cytometry data analysis using FACSDiva, FlowJo and other relevant softwares
• Experience in cell sorting is a plus
• Knowledge of mammalian cell culture including primary T cells
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, data analysis software (e.g. Prism, JMP) and other applications
• Ability to think critically and demonstrate troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description
• Experience and aptitude in working in a multidisciplinary laboratory environment with moderate supervision
• Comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Dominic Santoro at 215-531-5280.

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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