Research Scientist - Gene And Cell Therapy

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Location/Division Specific Information
Immunochemistry
Richmond, VA
Full time, Benefits, Annual Bonus, 401k Match, PTO, Relocation Assistance Available
Education

• Bachelor's degree in lab sciences such as biology, biochemistry, immunology, chemistry, molecular biology or similar

Experience

• OR Masters degree and previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 6+ year)
• OR PhD and previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 4+ year)
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 8+ years’) or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Independently performs analytical testing, method optimization/validation, and/or other specialty technologies studies OR method transfers for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a variety of formulations and/or delivery systems.
• Experience with enzyme activity assays and quantification of biologics in various tissues
• Knowledge of Immunochemistry-based bioanalysis related to cell and gene therapies.
• Understanding and deep knowledge of ligand binding assay method development and validation using multiple platforms including ELISA, ECL, Gyrolab, SMCxPro, Quanterix
• Communicates data and technical issues to clients as needed
• Designs and completes experiments independently
• Consistent record in technical writing skills
• Reviews and critiques study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other porject-related technical documents
• Leads analytical (procedural and instrumental) trouble shooting sessions
• Prepares and reviews study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other project-related technical documents
• Validated problem solving and troubleshooting abilities

Work Environment
Below Is Listed The Working Environment/requirements For This Role
Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive.

• Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.
• Able to work in non-traditional work environments.
• Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
• Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
• May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.
• Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.

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