Cell Based Assay Scientist

Overview:

This laboratory position will be in the Quality Control Department to support methods transfers and validations, as well as release and stability testing of large-molecule clinical and commercial projects. This position is based in Camarillo, CA.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform ELISA assays
• Be familiar with and perform wet-lab instrumentation and techniques such as protein concentration, appearance testing, pH, and osmolality
• Perform HPLC and CE analyses of proteins
• Perform method validations and verifications
• Perform method transfers
• Execute stability studies
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and appropriate documentation
• Author technical reports, protocols, presentations and memorandums

Requirements

Experience, Education, Training, Traits:

• BSc or MS degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry or other relevant discipline
• Minimum of 6 months of work experience in a GMP laboratory in the biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry
• Experience with protein-based biopharmaceuticals
• Experience in performing cell-based bioassays and ELISA assays preferred
• Experience with HPLC and Capillary Electrophoresis assay for protein therapeutics highly desirable
• Strong attention to detail
• Familiarity with standard MS Word, Excel, graphics, and presentation software required
• Experience with electronic LIMS, e.g., Thermo Sample Manager, desirable
• Proven track record of productivity and problem solving skills
• High level of motivation, passion to learn, and adaptability to meet departmental objectives
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills