Associate Scientist - Clinical Immunology

Rangam; Pearl River (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Health benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Rangam is seeking an Associate Scientist - Clinical Immunology for our client, a leading pharmaceutical company, in Pearl River, NY or relocation. The role focuses on immunological assay development to support vaccine clinical development and ensure GMP-compliant workflows.

You will perform bifunctional immunoassays, manage reagent inventories, present progress to teams, and contribute to data review and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science field with 0–2 years lab experience.
• Willingness to work in a BSL-2 and BSL-3 environments.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word and relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct bifunctional immunological assays to support vaccine development.
• Maintain inventory of freezer reagents including controls and standards.
• Present assay development progress to colleagues and management.
• Analyze data to support troubleshooting and lab projects.
• Review clinical and nonclinical data for critical data quality.
• Execute sample testing for toxicology and clinical trials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Scientific software

Job description

Rangam is seeking candidates for a Direct Hire role as an Associate Scientist - Clinical Immunology with our client, one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. Seeking candidates in Pearl River, NY or willing to relocate.

At client's, our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that transform patients' lives. Central to this mission is our Research and Development team, which strives to convert advanced science and cutting-edge technologies into impactful therapies and vaccines. Whether you are engaged in discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy, or supporting clinical trials, your role is crucial. You will leverage innovative design and process development capabilities to expedite the delivery of top tier medicines to patients globally. By integrating advanced scientific knowledge with practical applications, we aim to bring the most effective treatments to those in need, fulfilling our commitment to improving health outcomes worldwide.

What You Will Achieve

• Conduct bifunctional immunological assays to support vaccine clinical development, adhering to Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) requirements.
• Maintain a detailed inventory of freezer reagents, including controls, proficiency panels, toxins, and reference standards.
• Present progress on assay development and sample analysis to colleagues and senior management.
• Collect and analyze data to support troubleshooting, qualification, and other lab projects.
• Provide critical data review of both clinical and nonclinical data.
• Execute sample testing and analysis for toxicology and clinical trials.
• Build team skills and collaborate effectively within the work group.
• Stay current on all departmental and corporate training.
• Organize work to meet deadlines and apply technical skills.
• Follow procedures for assigned tasks and seek guidance when necessary.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• Bachelor's Degree with 0-2 years of laboratory experience in a relevant field of science
• Willingness to work in a BSL-2 and BSL-3 environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment
• Proficiency in computer skills, including word processing, Excel, PowerPoint, and relevant scientific software
• Good foundation in general scientific practice and in the principles and concepts of a relevant scientific discipline.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements):

• Pharmaceutical and biotech drug discovery experience
• Experience with mammalian cells and aseptic techniques
• Experience in developing and troubleshooting bioassays designed to assess antibody functionality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills
• as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance

Other Job Details

• Newly hired employees must agree to a background investigation that will include fingerprinting and Security Risk Assessment approval (background investigation conducted by the U.S. Department of Justice/FBI on individuals requiring access to select agents and toxins, in accordance with the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Response Act of 2002).
• Candidates will be subjected to pre-and/or post-hiring drug screening (to include marijuana) as a condition of continued employment.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to adhere to BSL-3 safety requirements, including wearing a fitted respirator and Tyvek suit for a few hours at a time

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $60,200.00 to $100,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in client's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with client's Matching Contributions and an additional client's Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at client's Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.my**benefits.com). Compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.