Associate Scientist

Title: Scientist.

Location: West Point, PA, 19486.

Contract Duration: 12+ months.

Description:

Responsibilities:

• Should be able to work flexible hours; Setup process equipment for lab-scale experiments.
• Prepare laboratory reagents, solutions and culture media.
• Perform lab-scale downstream processing of vaccine process intermediates.
• Perform process monitoring assays.
• Analyze, collate, track, and report data back to client staff members.
• Maintain records and test results following good laboratory practices (GLP).
• Work independently and efficiently.
• Document work clearly and perform tests accurately.
• Communicate effectively with client staff members.

Qualifications:

• Education: B.S. in Bio/ Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or related science.
• 0-5 years work experience with at least six months related laboratory experience preferably performing biologics purification steps.
• General laboratory skills, experience with pipettes.
• Operation of tangential flow filtration experience is preferred.
• Experience using formulas and linking spreadsheets in Excel.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.