Scientist Lab Services

Position Summary:

The Bioanalytical Scientist manages staff to accurately and efficiently perform assays to support ongoing services and contract activities.

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

• Support development of projects in a timely manner in strict accordance with documented procedures
• Perform assays according to defined protocol/SOP and support development of new procedures
• Supervise assigned laboratory staff to ensure efficient organization, development and execution of project(s)
• Design and perform experiments, independently and accurately analyze and present data
• Responsible for troubleshooting and correcting routine scientific issues/problems
• Assist with writing and reviewing project reports and editing contract proposals
• Carry out other duties/projects as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

• Master’s Degree in life sciences or related field
• 5 years of relevant laboratory experience

Other Required:

• Must have demonstrated expertise developing, troubleshooting, and performing bioanalytical assays in plate-based and cell-based assay formats, including pharmacokinetic (PK), biomarker, anti-drug antibody (ADA), neutralizing antibody (NAb) assays for protein and AAV-based therapeutics
• Experience in different bioanalytical technology platforms, such as ELISA, MSD, Luminex, Biacore/SPR
• Strong background in leading bioanalytical assay validation
• Demonstrate an ability to working independently in planning, executing and analyzing data.
• Solid understanding of current regulatory standards of bioanalytical assays
• Experience in good documentation practices (GDP)
• Proven experience managing, leading teams
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and multi-tasking required
• Must have the ability to independently organize and analyze data and prepare reports
• Must possess strong computer skills, including experience with Prism, Microsoft Word, and Excel
• Ability to lift and carry between 1-15 lbs.; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. overhead with assistance; frequently required to sit, grasp, and use right/left finger dexterity; May be exposed to a cold freezer environment (Freezer temperatures range between -20ºC -196ºC)
• Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language

Preferred:

• Ph. D. in life sciences, with a minimum of 2 years post-doctoral training, industry experience preferred
• Previous work experience in GLP environment and a solid understanding of current GLP standards