Associate Scientist - Assay Development

Responsibilities

• Designs and executes immunoassays (e.g., ELISA) with limited supervision, based on protocols provided by literature, seminars and other scientists.
• Troubleshoots assay-related problems with minimal guidance of his/her supervisor and performs follow-up experiments. Suggest modifications to protocols or alternative protocols.
• Develops immunoassay methods and writes assay validation protocols for review with minimal supervision by supervisor and/or Study Director.
• Routinely multi-tasks and can work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Summaries and presents results to supervisors in a logical manner, verbally and in written reports or presentations.
• Performs validation experiments, summarizes results in a tabular manner. Writes/reviews validation reports and procedure documents for review by the Study Director.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor and other members of the Assay Development Group.
• Oversee the preparation of reagents and buffers for use within the Assay Development Group and may coordinate the re-ordering of laboratory supplies and reagents when needed.
• Effectively operates a range of laboratory instrumentation and may oversee instrument verifications and/or maintenance, if required.
• Evaluate new technologies for the development of immunoassays using new formats or techniques.
• Maintain GLP compliance for all laboratory work and documentation related to assay validations in accordance with FDA regulations and company SOPs. Assists in maintaining GLP compliance in the laboratory.
• Maintain cleanliness of individual and communal work areas.
• Learns and complies with safety requirements of his/her laboratory. Recognizes potential safety problems and takes action to correct them.

Requirements

• Must have Bachelor or Master (0-3+) degree in biology or a related field with proven experience.
• Hands-on knowledge in immunoassays using a variety of detection systems.
• Prior experience in bioanalytical assay development is highly desirable.