Scientist III Viral Vector Production for Gene Therapy Do you enjoy R&D work?
This is an opportunity to join our client’s Cell Biology R&D team responsible for identifying and developing novel technologies for incorporation into new products, generating application data and supporting marketing initiatives.
The individual will execute scientific research individually and as part of cross-functional development teams to reach these goals.
What will you do?
The individual will work as part of the Cell Biology R&D team to lead projects related to viral vector production for gene therapy and develop the product pipeline within the product commercialization process.
Cell line development (including omics analyses, cell line engineering, etc.) to enhance viral vector production in mammalian cells.
Development of reagents to improve viral vector titers, quality, infectivity.
Optimize downstream process development to improve viral vector purification yields.
Design and/or optimize assays for quality assessment of viral particles.
Work in a matrix environment to conceive, design, and implement strategies to address current challenges associated with virus production and downstream characterization.
Prepare and present experimental data summaries and protocol writing.
Perform literature searches related to products under development and new idea generation.
Make contributions to scientific literature and conferences Maintain accurate lab notebooks and training files in accordance with relevant required standards to support patent application and defense as well as other international standards (e.g., ISO compliance, GLP/GMP requirements, etc.).
Interested?
Well qualified candidates will bring: Virology Cell Biology or related discipline: Ph.D.
degree with 1-3 years industry or post-doc experience M.S.
degree with 5 years of relevant industry experience In depth knowledge and extensive experience with viral vector production in mammalian cells.
Hands on experience with analytical methods for measuring titers of LV, including flowcytometry, qPCR, ddPCR, ELISA, and other relevant assays.
Experience with LV purification and downstream characterization assays Omics analyses, next generation sequencing and/or cell line engineering experience a plus.
Demonstrated competence completing tasks under direct supervision.
The ability to interpret, summarize, and present scientific results in a clear, concise, accurate manner to both technical and non-technical audiences.
This is a 1 year Contract opportunity with an excellent chance to convert into a FT role with our client.
This is a Monday thru Friday position paying up to $41.26/hr.
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