Scientist- Bioanalytical

This is a fully onsite role based at our customer’s site in Collegeville, PA. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Relocation assistance is not provided; candidates are responsible for any relocation costs. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and able to pass a comprehensive background check, including a drug screening.

About the Role

Within our Analytical Services team, we have a functional service provider solution, which is a unique partnership that allows our customers to leverage the experience of our staff. As an employee, you will gain direct experience working onsite at a pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical company while maintaining full-time benefits. This role involves providing routine laboratory and operational support for reagent management activities.

Responsibilities

• Critical reagent preparation, inventory management, data entry, documentation, and shipment coordination.
• General laboratory organization and support for ongoing projects by executing established procedures under the guidance of GSK staff.
• Protein purification and characterization using techniques such as HPLC, UV-Vis/A280 concentration measurements, SDS-PAGE, and basic data interpretation.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation with strong attention to detail.
• Utilize AKTA, HPLC, FPLC, or similar chromatography systems for protein purification and characterization.
• Experience with antibody conjugation and related bioconjugation techniques.
• Conduct ligand binding assays (LBA), including ELISA and other immunoassay-based analytical methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Requirements

• BS degree with 2-4 years of experience in an appropriate subject area.
• Technical proficiency in formulation/process development techniques.
• Good knowledge of GMP and GLP requirements, SOPs, and policies.
• Operational knowledge of routine laboratory/plant equipment.
• In some cases, an equivalency consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training, and/or directly related experience may be considered.

Working Conditions and Environment

• Work is performed in a laboratory and/or clinical environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.
• Occasional drives to site locations and domestic travel.
• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.
• Rare exposure to skin and lung irritants, radiation, toxic materials, and hazardous waste.
• Personal protective equipment required, such as protective eyewear, garments, and gloves.
• Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an upright and/or stationary position for 6-8 hours per day.
• Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment.
• Occasional mobility, crouching, stooping, bending, and twisting of the upper body and neck.
• Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moving) objects, including luggage and laptop computer, with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.
• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software, both in-house and off-the-shelf.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas effectively and listen to others.
• Frequent interaction with diverse groups to obtain or relate information.
• Works independently with minimal guidance, planning work schedules to meet goals.
• Requires multiple periods of intense concentration.
• Performs a wide range of variable tasks with little predictability as to occurrence.
• Ability to perform under stress and multi-task.
• Regular and consistent attendance.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration and annual incentive plan bonus.
• Healthcare and a range of employee benefits.
• Employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization offering outstanding career and development prospects.
• Exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.