Discovery Support Scientist

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist to support Infectious Disease Discovery program activities while also serving in a laboratory management capacity. This dual-role position will contribute to scientific efforts in cell culture, virology, and molecule assay development/execution, while also helping ensure smooth day-to-day laboratory operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable balancing hands-on scientific work with organizational and compliance responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform cell culture, virology, and molecule assay activities in support of discovery programs
• Maintain accurate documentation of experiments, results, and observations
• Troubleshoot routine assay and workflow issues as needed
• Coordinate lab purchase and work orders, equipment needs and maintenance requests
• Conduct lab safety inspections and help maintain lab organization, inventory, and compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Virology, or related field
• 2+ years of relevant laboratory experience preferred
• Experience with cell culture and laboratory assay work required
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively
• Experience with lab safety, compliance, or operations support is a plus
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restrictions

Preferred Attributes

• Virology experience
• Infectious disease research experience
• Assay development experience
• Lab operations experience (inventory, purchasing, equipment coordination)
• Lab safety and compliance experience
• Biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience
• Self-starter with strong communication skills
• Ability to balance scientific work with operational responsibilities
• Familiarity with discovery research or biotech/pharmaceutical laboratory environments

Schedule

Position is full-time, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of West Point, PA are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays