Associate Scientist

bioMérieux; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life and AD Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Adoption assistance

Wellness programs

Employee assistance program

Commuter benefits

Parental leaves

Job summary

BioMérieux Inc. in Illinois is seeking an Associate Scientist to develop custom flow cytometry assays on the Accellix platform and expand our catalog of assay kits. You will support automated analysis algorithms and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure verification and validation of assays.

The role emphasizes GMP adherence, meticulous documentation, and participation in tech transfer to manufacturing, with opportunities to present updates to internal and external audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry with 2+ years of flow cytometry experience or HS diploma with 6+ years in flow cytometry
• Experience designing and executing flow cytometry assays, including antibody titrations and multicolor optimization
• Proficiency with FlowJo or similar software and ability to analyze data and present results

Responsibilities

• Develop and qualify flow cytometry panels on the Accellix platform, optimizing formulations and protocols
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to verify and validate assays and meet requirements
• Provide analysis and feedback for automated analysis software
• Follow GMP in lab and document procedures and results
• Draft and edit protocols for assay kit manufacturing and QC; support tech transfer to manufacturing
• Present project updates and lead brainstorming discussions with internal and external audiences
• Maintain good communication and assist team to meet deadlines amid shifting priorities
• Characterize assays including verification and validation studies
• Adhere to company quality procedures and standards

Skills

Flow cytometry

Experimental design

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Problem solving

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cell Biology / Molecular Biology / Biochemistry

HS diploma / GED + 6+ years experience

Master's degree

Tools

FlowJo

MS Office

Job description

Description

The Associate Scientist role will help develop custom flow cytometry assays in partnership with many leading pharmaceutical companies, expand our catalog of off-the-shelf assay kits, and support our software team to develop automated analysis algorithms.

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 in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry and 2+ years of experience in experimental design and execution of flow cytometry assays, including antibody titrations, and optimizing and troubleshooting multicolor assays, as well as flow cytometry data analysis sing FlowJo or similar analysis software.
• OR HS diploma or GED and 6+ years of experience in experimental design and execution of flow cytometry assays, including antibody titrations, and optimizing and troubleshooting multicolor assays, as well as flow cytometry data analysis sing FlowJo or similar analysis software.

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

• Good documentation practices (GDP) and with drafting and reviewing documents such as SOPs and development reports
• 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 minimal oversight

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in stationary position, either sitting or standing, for prolonged periods.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs, ladders, ramps, and the like.
• Ability to wear PPE correctly most of the day.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery.
• Ability to adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.

Salary

The estimated salary range for this role based in Illinois is between $77,200 – 114,500. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux’s bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate’s experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer.

Benefits

• A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
• Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
• Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Various voluntary benefit offerings
• Discount programs
• Parental leaves

Equal Opportunity

BioMérieux Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Please be advised that the receipt of satisfactory responses to reference requests and the provision of satisfactory proof of an applicant’s identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required of all new hires. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in the failure to receive an offer, the retraction of an offer, or if already hired, dismissal. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation in BioMérieux’s or its affiliates’ application process by contacting us via telephone at [phone], by email at [email protected], or by dialing 711 for access to Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS).