Job Description

Job Title : Assistant Scientist
Location : Summit, NJ
Hours/Schedule : Mon - Fri, Business Hours
Type:  Contract

Overview
Primary responsibility will be developing mammalian cell lines and assessing new platforms to produce monoclonal and bispecific antibodies, fusion proteins or other recombinant proteins for clinical and commercial manufacturing. The selected candidate will be heavily involved in techniques such as flow cytometry and cell imaging and will collaborate with other departments, including molecular biology, upstream process development, and process development analytics. Additionally, the scientist will participate in the assessment and integration of new technologies to enhance our platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform cell staining, imaging and flow cytometry.
• Assist with ongoing business and innovation projects in the lab.
• Conduct limited data analysis and review.
• Carry out assigned laboratory work and other basic functional duties to support lab operations.
• Maintain a research lab notebook, recording information on activities.
• Comply with lab procedures, protocols, regulatory, and other requirements.
• Evaluate and introduce innovative technologies to improve the cell line development process and therapeutic protein production.
• Work closely with other functional teams, including Upstream Process Development, Downstream Purification, and Analytical Development, to support development activities.
• Create written technical reports and present data at internal forums.
  

Requirements

• Required BS degree but MS is preferred in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related biologics fields
• 0 - 4 years of experience is required.
• Experience with aseptic culture of mammalian cell lines is a must
• Hands-on experience with flow cytometry and cell imaging techniques(fluorescent microscopy) is desirable.
• Automation experience is a plus
• Basic understanding of daily lab functions, maintenance, safety, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• C onsistent delivery of accurate and complete experimental records.
• Ability to perform scientific literature reviews.
  

Benefits
System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan. 

Ref: #568-Clinical

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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