Senior Research Associate, Analytical - QC Operator

Salary 70,000 - 75,000
LocationPhiladelphia
Discipline

Job description

Responsibilities Overview:

  • QC testing to evaluate lentiviral vectors,  t-cells and stability samples generated by internal groups and external partners.
  • Assist to develop analytical methods for the characterization and release of vectors and t-cells
  • Assist to Identify and implement opportunities for analytical method improvement and participate optimization of existing analytical methods to enhance sensitivity and efficiency.
  • General lab and equipment maintenance duties.
  • Participate in technical troubleshooting and problem investigation.
  • Prepare, evaluate, and present data internally to cross functional teams.
  • Prepare detailed and accurate documentation of experimental procedures, results, and conclusions.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in biology or closely related discipline, and with 1-3 years of experience.
  • Proficient in aseptic technique for cell culture and cell-based assays, as well as, flow cytometry, qPCR/dPCR, or ELISA. 
  • Flexible to support various analytical activities and to learn new techniques outside of existing field of expertise.
  • Experience with quality control programs in cell or gene therapy biotechnology company strongly preferred
  • Strong laboratory documentation practice with high scientific integrity.
  • Strong team orientation and passion for continuous self-development.