Bioassay Scientist, Analytical R&D (Onsite)
Bioassay Scientist, Analytical R&D (Onsite)
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$ 85600 - 134800
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Job Description
North American GMP Operations Rahway NJ
We invite individuals who possess a deep passion for promoting lifesaving and life-enhancing products to join our dynamic team. Our team is highly dedicated and committed to offering exceptional scientific oversight driving the success of our Companys extensive range of products from candidate selection to market authorization. At our company we proudly continue to build upon a legacy of groundbreaking innovation while steadfastly upholding the highest standards of ethics and integrity. With a diverse workforce representing a multitude of languages and cultures we stand unified in our collective mission to deliver revolutionary medicines and products with integrity and transparency.
We are actively seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our Rahway NJ team as a Scientist (R2) in Biologics Analytical Research & Development (AR&D) GMP Operations to support ELISA and cell-based this role the selected candidate will be responsible for method optimization phase-appropriate validation early and late-stage transfers SoftMax Pro template validation analytical life cycle management and release and stability testing. The successful candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment and will play a pivotal role supporting Biologics to advance commercialization efforts.
The incumbent will collaborate closely with various stakeholders including Analytical Development Large Molecule Assay Validation Quality Assurance Technical Operations and CMC Regulatory Affairs to address technical challenges provide scientifically sound guidance at each stage of development and effectively manage deliverables to progress the pipeline.
Responsibilities
Execute Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) activities such as release stability and in-process testing of Biologics Drug Substance (DS) and Drug Product (DP) using both traditional and advanced analytical tools.
Validate and implement analytical methods to support release and stability testing of clinical materials.
Support critical reagent qualifications and SoftMax pro template validation activities.
Document activities in a detailed and organized manner following ALCOA principals and SOPs.
Author and review technical documents.
Complete assigned work within established project timelines.
Support GMP compliance and continuous improvement of laboratory operations.
Manage laboratory supplies and critical reagent inventories.
Additional responsibilities as assigned to support the evolving needs of the department.
Qualifications
Minimum of a B.A./B.S. degree in biology biochemistry or related scientific field with 3 years of relevant experience in analytical development validation and/or quality control or M.S. degree.
Experience and Skills
Additional responsibilities as assigned to support the evolving needs of the department.
Experience with mammalian cell culture and ELISAs.
Additional responsibilities as assigned to support the evolving needs of the department.
Document activities in a detailed and organized manner following ALCOA principals and SOPs.
Ability to manage work to meet project timelines.
Capability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to identify and resolve common technical issues.
Effectively communicate collaborate and engage with others.
Agile learner who is self-motivated with a positive attitude.
A willingness to occasionally work irregular hours including evenings and weekends as needed.
Preferred
GMP experience is preferred.
Experience with LIMS SoftMax Pro electronic notebook or other data analytics platforms.
Knowledge of assay validation requirements is highly preferred.
Understanding of cGxP operation USP EP ICH and FDA guidelines.
Experience with SoftMax Pro template creation is preferred.
Familiarity with deviation management and change control processes.
Experience with method development qPCR capillary electrophoresis chromatographic separations and/or compendial methods is desirable.
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Required Skills:
Adaptability Analytical Development Analytical Method Development Assay Biochemical Assays Capillary Electrophoresis (CE) Cell-Based Assays Cell Cultures Change Control Processes Fast-Paced Environments GMP Compliance Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Immunoassays Interpersonal Relationships Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Laboratory Techniques Mammalian Cell Mammalian Cell Culture Multidisciplinary Collaboration Project Management Real Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR) Self Motivation Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing Technical Writing TroubleshootingPreferred Skills:
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The salary range for this role is
$85600.00 - $134800.00This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employees position within the salary range will be based on several factors including but not limited to relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills geographic location government requirements and business or organizational needs.
The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive if applicable.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical dental vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family) retirement benefits including 401(k) paid holidays vacation and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at can apply for this role through (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
