Clinical Laboratory Scientist Jobs

The Associate Scientist will be a part of a diverse and motivated team of scientists, engineers, and technical professionals that are focused on fermentation processes to produce biotherapeutics. The role is well-integrated into the rest of the MSAT Microbial Team. This role will collaborate with other MSAT scientists to setup bioreactors and execute well-designed experiments, including but not limited to basic analytics, data acquisition and documentation of work. The candidate would also be responsible for user-level maintenance of the relevant equipment and associated documentation.

How You Will Achieve It

• Contribute to achievement of the upstream work group goals and collaborate with other team members.

• Maintain laboratory area and equipment in clean, safe, and functional order.

• Comply with safety and regulatory requirements is expected and documented through the internal training program.

• Perform routine laboratory studies.

• Qualified candidates will serve as an upstream resource for the department and project teams.

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and Standard Work instructions.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's Degree or Associate Degree in a relevant discipline (Chemical engineering, Bioprocessing, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, etc.) with 0- 3 year of applicable bioprocess experience.

• Proficient in aseptic technique (REQUIRED).

• Experience in bioreactor operation and associated analytical tools (PREFERRED).

• Candidate should have in-depth scientific knowledge and experience in a wide array of upstream techniques.

• Ability to perform complex data analysis and work in a dynamic team environment.

• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues, plan and carry out experiments independently, and work with complex instrumentation and software.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Strong analytical and computer skills.

Preferred

• Biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry experience.

• Experience in troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems.

• Experience in executing lab scale microbial fermentation formats and scale-up to pilot/manufacturing scale.

• Familiarity with control and data acquisition systems.

• Knowledge of cell culture/fermentations.

• Experience with industrial scale fermentation scale up, optimization and operations are highly desired.

• Curiosity about seeking and applying current relevant scientific literature.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Involves typical bioprocessing lab activities

• Ability to routinely lift 50 lbs.

• Standing for prolonged periods of time, walking, bending, and using tools.

• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and ability to perform complex data analysis.