Senior Research Associate, Adenovector research and Development

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of diverse laboratory procedures and assist in planning preliminary experimental designs.
• Works cooperatively and effectively with others both within and between departments/teams.
• Assists in preparing technical reports and summaries and provides input to the interpretation of experimental results.
• Performs two or more of the following techniques: cell culture, virus culture, PCR, plasmid cloning, in vivo analysis, and/or western blotting.
• Troubleshoots general technical problems.
• Record lab protocols and results in an electronic lab notebook (ELN).
• Use scientific literature to keep aware of current technologies.
• Attends and presents results at department/team meetings.
• May order lab supplies, keep inventory and provide maintenance on lab equipment; may order and distribute critical reagents.
• Comply with all applicable policies regarding health, safety and the environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• BS in biological sciences or related area and a minimum of 4-5 years of laboratory experience; or equivalent.
• MS would require 2-3 years of laboratory experience.
• Hands on experience required in cell biology, virology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and/or immunology.
• Strong technical skills.
• Strong working knowledge using MS Office.
• Works well both independently and as part of a team.
• Able to formally present his/her own work to a small group and in the recurring Department meetings.
• Good verbal and writing skills - able to convey information in a clear and concise manner; able to write clear and concise technical reports.
• Organizes work effectively and uses time efficiently.

Desired Key Competencies

• Excellent communication skills.
• Self-motivated and independently minded.
• Positive interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with individuals from a variety of levels and functions.
• Self-organizer, meticulous hands-on habits, keen attention to detail.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Responsive, can-do attitude.
• Can coordinate parallel tasks across multiple projects, demonstrating prioritization.
• Able to quickly adapt to a rapidly changing environment and demands.
• Able to interpret and effectively execute upon a variety of instructions provided in written, oral, diagram or schedule formats.