Associate Scientist

6084-Janssen Research & Development, LLC Legal Entity; Spring House (PA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time (120 hours/yr)

401(k) and pension plan

Long-term incentive program

Parental Leave – 480 hours

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Spring House, PA is seeking an Associate Scientist to join the Cell Line Development group. You will support generation of cell lines producing large molecule therapeutics to back the fast-growing pipeline across oncology, immunology, neuroscience, infectious disease, and cardiovascular disease.

The role requires 1+ year of relevant research in protein expression or cell culture, mammalian cell culture experience, and strong communication in a matrix

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant research experience in one of the following areas: protein expression, cell culture or process optimization, CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, and medium development is required.
• Mammalian cell culture experience is required.
• Ability to work in a matrix environment and connect with different functional groups and people in multiple levels is required.
• Excellent social, organizational, verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Accurate Data reporting for executed procedures and processes and ability to present findings to management.
• Our highly dynamic environment requires you to have a strong work ethic, expect change, and be creative.
• Highly organized and capable of working in a team environment with a positive attitude under limited supervision.
• Focus on achievement and delivery of results with high sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Support in the development of mammalian cell lines secreting complex proteins.
• Cell culture development for all protein therapeutics.
• Support the development of new cell biology, molecular biology, or equipment technologies to improve protein yields and shorten timelines.
• Participate in projects from Lead Optimization to New Molecular Entity declaration within a cross-functional environment.
• Support experimental design, data analysis, troubleshooting, contributing to project teams, and maintaining detailed records.
• Work closely with other teams at JJIM and possess excellent communication skills.
• Support and assist in general laboratory tasks related to aseptic manipulation processes.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.

Skills

Analytical Reasoning

Biochemistry

Chemistry

Manufacturing and Control (CMC)

Clinical Trial Protocols

Collaboration

Data Quality

Drug Discovery Development

Execution Focus

Molecular Diagnostics

Pharmacogenetics

Problem Solving

Research Documents

Scientific Research

Technologically Savvy

Troubleshooting

Written Expression

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences

Job description

Job Function:

Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function:

Biotherapeutics R&D

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent for Associate Scientist About Innovative Medicine Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

Associate Scientist Position Summary

The Cell Engineering and Analytical Sciences (CEAS) department of Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine (JJIM) R&D is seeking an ambitious Associate Scientist to join the Cell Line Development group located in Spring House, PA. JJIM R&D discovers and develops novel solutions to support the unmet medical needs in oncology, immunology, neuroscience, infectious disease, and cardiovascular disease. The role of Associate Scientist in Cell Engineering and Analytical Sciences (CEAS) Department, Cell Line Development group will support specifically the generation of cell lines that produce large molecule therapeutics in support of the fast-growing pipeline for the various disease areas. The role will contribute individually and be able to work in a team to meet project timelines and objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Support in the development of mammalian cell lines secreting complex proteins.
• Cell culture development for all protein therapeutics.
• Support the development of new cell biology, molecular biology, or equipment technologies to improve protein yields and shorten timelines.
• Participate in projects from Lead Optimization to New Molecular Entity declaration within a cross-functional environment.
• Support experimental design, data analysis, troubleshooting, contributing to project teams, and maintaining detailed records.
• Work closely with other teams at JJIM and possess excellent communication skills.
• Support and assist in general laboratory tasks related to aseptic manipulation processes.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant research experience in one of the following areas: protein expression, cell culture or process optimization, CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, and medium development is required.
• Mammalian cell culture experience is required.
• Ability to work in a matrix environment and connect with different functional groups and people in multiple levels is required.
• Excellent social, organizational, verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Accurate Data reporting for executed procedures and processes and ability to present findings to management.
• Our highly dynamic environment requires you to have a strong work ethic, expect change, and be creative.
• Highly organized and capable of working in a team environment with a positive attitude under limited supervision.
• Focus on achievement and delivery of results with high sense of urgency.

Location and Travel

This role is based in Spring House, PA and may require up to 10% travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills:

• Analytical Reasoning
• Biochemistry
• Chemistry
• Manufacturing and Control (CMC)
• Clinical Trial Protocols
• Collaboration
• Data Quality
• Drug Discovery Development
• Execution Focus
• Molecular Diagnostics
• Pharmacogenetics
• Problem Solving
• Research Documents
• Scientific Research
• Technologically Savvy
• TroubleshootingWritten Expression

Preferred Skills:

• Analytical Reasoning
• Biochemistry
• Chemistry
• Manufacturing and Control (CMC)
• Clinical Trial Protocols
• Collaboration
• Data Quality
• Drug Discovery Development
• Execution Focus
• Molecular Diagnostics
• Pharmacogenetics
• Problem Solving
• Research Documents
• Scientific Research
• Technologically Savvy
• Troubleshooting
• Written Expression

Pay Transparency:

The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $78,000.00 - $126,500.00

• Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
• This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
• Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
• Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
• Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
• Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
• Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
• For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

Company Culture

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/. Our Credo calls on us to respect the dignity of every individual and create an environment for all people to thrive. Throughout the recruitment process - from application through hiring - we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations/adjustments for qualified candidates with disabilities. If you need support at any stage of the recruitment process, please complete our candidate accommodation request form so we can assist you.