About the role
Job Description
This is a laboratory-based scientific role in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment, requiring the utilization of biophysical analytical characterization techniques to support development of vaccine drug substance and drug products in a GMP-like environment. The vaccine drug substance and product development support includes sample manipulation, equipment maintenance, routine analysis, and characterization of development vaccines to support process and formulation development.
* Complete vaccine related testing and composition of associated documentation. * Maintain a safe laboratory collaborating with the team to upkeep instruments. * Ensure laboratory cleanliness and exemplify a safety-first mindset. * Provide support to the scientists developing novel vaccines. * Sample preparations and manipulations, associated documentation. * Analysis of samples for particle size distribution leveraging fundamental biophysical tools [(dynamic light scattering (DLS), static laser light scattering (SLS), micro-flow imaging (MFI)] and flow cytometry. * Monitoring and ordering lab supplies and chemicals, enable sample shipments as needed.
Qualifications
* BS in chemistry, biology, or related field with 0-3 years of experience * Understanding of technical problem solving, innovative research experience and ability to communicate scientific concepts with effective interpersonal skills * An effective collaborator with the ability to work both independently and in cross-functional teams to deliver on goals. * Experience in a laboratory environment and strong organizational skills to conduct laboratory procedures including simplistic daily maintenance /calibration. * Strong communications skills required for effective communication including participation in data review. * Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and MS Outlook including skills to simplify and communicate results/conclusions. * High compliance standard with experience in good documentation practices, OSHA safety standards, SOP-observance capabilities, and laboratory inspection/internal audit readiness.
* Desired Skills and Experience
* Knowledge of particle size analysis (DLS, SLS, MFI, Flow Cytometry) is desirable.
Additional Information
Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, generally 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., weekend work might be expected. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of West Point, PA are encouraged to apply. Compensation is between $27-31/hr based on experience.
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
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.