Associate Scientist, Research Science

Job Description
The Associate Scientist will be part of a highly collaborative team working towards obtaining new cattle vaccine licenses. The candidate will work semi-independently as a member of a project team to support development and evaluation of prototype bacterial /viral strains and vaccine platforms. The primary role of this candidate is to perform laboratory activities following established procedures, technologies and methodologies as well as assisting in development of new assays. The Associate Scientist will assist in the conduct of animal trials involving cattle and laboratory animals, and must have the ability to evaluate, summarize and trouble-shoot study findings. The candidate will organize and execute one or more general tasks within the department. Technical - Applies established procedures, technologies and methodologies to complete assignments. Detects deviations, investigates causes and suggests improvements. Supports (sub) projects by performing the development, improvement and/or transfer of new or existing products, production processes or laboratory methods and techniques upon assignment by the supervisor. Organizes, conducts and reports in draft form routine animal experiments. Act as study investigator / supervisor or responsible scientist in routine (GLP) studies. Laboratory work involves standard bacterial and viral titrations, bacterial fermentations, programming and operation of lyophilizers and bioreactors, microbiology culture techniques, preparation of media, sterilization techniques, conducting growth kinetics studies, optimizing/validating new assays (e.g. ELISA, qPCR, IFA, flow cytometry, Western blot), preparing and testing study samples, formulating vaccines, and accurate documentation of all laboratory work and results. (Inter) departmental - Fulfills general tasks within the organization related to safety, compliance, and laboratory maintenance. Interacts closely with fellow scientists within own and other departments.
Supports training of Lab Technicians, trainees and new employees.
ELISA=Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay, qPCR=Quantitative polymerase chain reaction, IFA= Immunofluorescent assay Position Qualifications: Education Minimum Requirement:- B.S. /B.A. degree or above in Biology, Bacteriology, Virology, Microbiology, Immunology or a related field
Required Experience and Skills:-- Ability to conduct research project activities under supervision
Ability to plan project activities and meet timelines
Must have general experience with laboratory techniques
Must have good communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills
Must have good computer skills including knowledge of Word, Power Point and Excel
Preferred Experience and Skills: Experience with bacterial / viral titration assays
Experience working with large animals in vaccine development research or related field
Familiarity with USDA product licensure requirements
Experience using Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELN)
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A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Requisition ID: R293897