Associate Scientist Analytical Ops
Associate Scientist Analytical Ops
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Were here for one reason and one reason only to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. Weve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR Tcell therapies have changed the paradigm. But were not finished yet.
Join Kite as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies and help shape where our business and medical science goes next.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows.
Job Description
Kite is seeking a highly motivated individual with Analytical Development (AD) method and testing experience. Specifically across multiple testing platforms including cellbased Potency Flow Cytometry and PCRbased Molecular Biology. The successful candidate will join the Testing and Logistics (T&L) team in Analytical Development and be responsible for testing and releasing of data on defined turnaround times (TAT). This analyst will also be responsible for maintaining inventory and qualification of reagents as needed. In addition the staff member will complete Electronic Laboratory Notebook entries and data verification using Good Documentation Practices (GDP). The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and detailoriented. This role will require reporting on site 4 5 days per week.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Responsible for highvolume testing across several cellbased Potency Flow Cytometry and PCRbased Molecular Biology analytical test methods
- Perform data analysis data review and data reporting
- Responsible for adhering to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) related to testing documentation and data verification within a LIMS to ensure data integrity
- Responsible to attend scheduling meetings weekly to understand testing assignments and priorities
- Responsible to learn and gain proficiency on new methods and platforms according to shifting business needs
- Troubleshooting technical challenges with peers and leadership in team meetings as needed
- Perform laboratory duties to support maintenance laboratory cleanliness order inventory and 5S practices
- Perform some critical reagent preparation and qualification procedures
- Track inventory of critical reagents needed to sustain highvolume testing
- Write review and edit technical documents including SOPs Memorandums protocols and reports as required
- Support the maintenance and calibration of laboratory instruments (e.g. CytoFLEX Tecan ddPCR etc.
- Additional responsibilities may be assigned to reflect changes in business processes/needs
Requirements
- MS degree in the field of Biological Sciences or related field with 2 years of experience OR
- Bachelors in the field of Biological Sciences or related field with 4 years of experience
- Associate degree in the field of Biological Sciences or related field with 5 years of experience
- HS degree in the field of Biological Sciences or related field with 6 years of experience
Additional Qualifications
- 2 years of Flow Cytometry (including 3 color Flow Cytometry) ELISA Cell Culture and PCR experience in academia or industry
- Technical expertise in analytical instrument troubleshooting and proficiency with flow cytometry software (e.g. FlowJo FACSDiva CytExpert FACS Express)
- Previous experience with cell therapy products is a plus
- Proficiency with using Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint)
- Experience with JMP statistical software is a plus
- Proficiency with Smartsheet is a plus
- Excellent organization and communication skills as well as strong problem solving and analytical skills and the ability to work in a crossfunctional/matrix environment
Does this sound like you If so apply today!
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Employment Type
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