Sr Associate Scientist; JP

Sr Associate Scientist

3 Key Consulting is hiring a Sr Associate Scientist for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global bio-pharmaceutical company.

Job Summary:

• Bachelors' degree and 3 YOE
• To perform experiments, organize data and analyze results under minimal supervision. With minimal supervision, plans, conducts or monitors experiments, records and organizes data, analyses results, generates robust and reliable data and/or Ensures that contracted studies are conducted in compliance with the respective protocol and applicable guidelines and regulations.
• Responsibilities include:
• Monitors or follows established experimental design and protocols and performs routine tasks and studies to obtain reproducible and reliable results with limited supervision.
• Plans, monitors or conducts, analyzes and records experiments, and provides interpretation of data.
• Effectively transfers experimental methods from literature to the lab and makes modifications as necessary.
• Develops and implements new protocols with moderate review.
• Engages coworkers in scientific discussions.
• Communicates data and interpretation to work group.
• Skilled at developing systems to ensure quality data.
• Skilled and/or knowledgeable in the use of standard laboratory equipment and with one or more major laboratory instruments/techniques.
• Effectively trouble-shoots equipment and experimental difficulties
• Contributes to internal/external reports, papers, presentations, regulatory documents, invention disclosure submissions and/or patents
• Participates in department-wide support efforts such as safety, recruiting and committees
• May train staff and/or supervise others
• Coordinates and organizes resources needed to complete the task; understands when to seek input and when to make independent judgments
• Skills:
• Degree in Biology, Biochemistry or Analytical Chemistry; experience in a Biopharmaceutical working environment
• Excellent pipetting skills
• Experience in cell biology (immunology is a plus)
• Extensive experience in cell culture (primary cells and cell lines), cell engineering (for assay development) cell culture techniques, protein therapeutic characterization, and a variety of cell-based and non-cell based assay formats is preferred.
• Broad experience in routine cell biology laboratory techniques including flow cytometry, ELISA, etc.
• Previous experience with T cell functional characterization and antibody-based lead molecule discovery are pluses.
• Highly motivated self-starter with strong presence, work ethic, exceptional interpersonal skills, and focus.
• Deep knowledge, and keen intellect for integrating novel science and emerging technologies to address complex problems.
• Outstanding communication skills with the ability to build transparent and collaborative relationships across the company and with other stakeholders of the company.
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail; excellent project management skills including the ability to manage multiple projects, and strategically prioritize activities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with internal and external clients, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to think creatively, learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
• Experienced in analyzing, troubleshooting, and documenting experimental results.
• Basic minimum qualifications:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cell Biology, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or related field
• Preferred:
  At least two years of relevant experience within a pharmaceutical/biotechnology organization
• Experience in scientific writing including generation of testing reports, analytical methods, and method development reports.

Top Must Have Skill Sets:

• Excellent pipetting skills and extensive experience in cell culture, (primary cells and cell lines)
• Tissue culture experience
• Lab experience
• Cell culture techniques, protein therapeutic characterization, and a variety of cell-based and non-cell-based assay formats is preferred (experience with T…