Scientist, Research Scientist, Biotech Research

Description The Scientist position will specifically support the identification of potential biomarkers, receptor occupancy, target engagement and pharmacodynamic assays for these targets.  The candidate is also expected to effectively collaborate with colleagues in the immunology, oncology, chemistry, protein engineering, and biomarker groups. The successful candidate will additionally demonstrate clear verbal and written communication skills.

Primary Duties Develop and qualify flow cytometry assay panels on the Accellix platform, including optimization of formulations and protocols.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams while following design and development plans, executing assay verification and validation, and ensuring all assay requirements are satisfied.

Provide analysis and feedback for developing automated analysis software.

Follow good manufacturing practices (GMP) in lab, clearly document experimental procedures and results, and assist team in maintaining inventory of lab supplies and reagents.

Participate in drafting and editing protocols for assay kit manufacturing and QC, and in tech transfer of new assays to the manufacturing team.

Present updates on projects and initiate brainstorming/troubleshooting discussions within the team and to external customer audiences.

Promote a strong working relationship with others in the lab, facilitate open communication, proactively identify and address issues, and support other team members to meet deadlines and manage shifting priorities.

Assay characterization including verification and validation studies.

Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.

Perform other duties as assigned. Required Education, Training and Experience Bachelor degree required in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry with 5+ years of professional experience in experimental design and execution of flow cytometry assays, including antibody titrations, and optimizing and troubleshooting multicolor assaysOR HS Diploma/GED and 9+ years of professional experience in experimental design and execution of flow cytometry assays, including antibody titrations, and optimizing and troubleshooting multicolor assays

Preferred Education, Training and Experience Master's degree

Experience with generating and optimizing compensation matrices to address fluorescence spectral overlap in multiparametric flow data Familiarity with common biomarkers found on leukocytes, and/or familiarity with cell-based therapies and cellular engineering

Experience with product development or instrument automation in an industry setting

Experience with assay transfer to internal or external collaborators

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience with good documentation practices (GDP) and with drafting and reviewing documents such as SOPs and development reports

Experience with flow cytometry data analysis using Flow Jo or similar analysis software Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMérieux promotes.

Written Communications - including the ability to communicate technical data in written form Effectively deal with ambiguity requiring adaptability, critical thinking, and proactive communication to navigate situations with limited details

Manage and meet competing deadlines, requiring careful prioritization and time management to ensure all tasks are completed on time.

Critical thinking, using logic and reason to analyze information and make decisions in the workplace.

Thriving in a fast-paced environment by managing tasks, multitasking, and adapting quickly to maintain productivity.

Skilled in MS Office tools to include but not limited to Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel Ability to design, execute, and analyze experiments with…