Research Associate

Proclinical is currently recruiting for a Research Associate in Flow Cytometry with a pharmaceutical company located in Philadelphia, PA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Executes R&D studies planned by supervisor or technical lead. Works under close supervision from supervisor or senior personnel.
• Executes QP and VPs, and other GMP methods under supervision by supervisor or technical lead.
• Drafts test methods/RPs/SOPs under guidance of supervisor or technical lead.
• Conduct LIMS transactions as appropriate for laboratory technician level.
• General lab housekeeping (including appropriate documentation) and ordering, inventory management, initiate work orders.
• Responsible for REES/ELPRO monitoring and response.
• Performs equipment PMs, as needed.
• Prepares and maintains reagents for laboratory use.
• Completes all required training (i.e. safety, equipment etc.).
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently as required.
• May be required to work Holidays and weekends.
• May be required to work Overtime.
• Contributes to the overall operations and to the achievement of departmental goals.
• Perform job specific tasks in compliance with applicable Regulations, International Standards, and Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.

Skills and Requirements:

• 1 or more years of relevant experience
• Bachelors' degree in Biological Sciences or science related field.
• Experience with flow cytometry is required.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique is highly desirable.
• Experience with BD FACSDiva and/or Miltenyi MACSQuantify flow cytometry software is highly desirable.
• Experience with gene therapy vectors and/or gene mediated cell therapy is desirable.
• Knowledge of cGMP guidelines is preferred.
• Ability to accomplish the described duties through the use of appropriate laboratory equipment and computer equipment and software.
• Ability to record data accurately and legibly.
• Ability to work under limited supervision at times and to handle problems.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to exhibit effective interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Oral & Written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook)

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Samantha Reader at 267-983-0134.

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Proclinical Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.

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