Associate Scientist - Diagnostics at Vaxxinova US

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Health Savings Account with company match

401K plan with company match

Paid time off accrual

Holiday pay

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

A biotechnology company in Worthington, Minnesota is looking for an Associate Scientist to assist with diagnostics. The role involves cell culture, virus isolation, and laboratory documentation. Ideal candidates must have relevant educational backgrounds in microbiology or virology and hands-on laboratory experience. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Hands on experience in basic cell culture, virology, and/or bacteriology preferred.
• Good laboratory practices and ability to follow SOP's.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cell culture and virus isolation projects.
• Maintain inventory of laboratory consumables and samples.
• Initiate and maintain continuous cell lines.

Skills

Basic cell culture

Virology

Bacteriology

Molecular techniques

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Aseptic techniques

Education

Associate's degree in microbiology, virology or related field with 7+ years experience

Bachelor's degree in microbiology, virology or related field with 5+ years experience

Job description

Vaxxinova US is seeking an individual to join our team as an Associate Scientist – Diagnostics in Worthington, Minnesota.

At Vaxxinova US, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference. We offer competitive pay and benefits, opportunities for growth, and a supportive work culture.

About the role

The Associate Scientist, reporting to the Diagnostic Team Leader, is responsible for assisting and supporting cell culture, virus isolation, bacteriology, PCR and Sequencing, in the preparation of isolates for autogenous vaccine production, within the guidelines set by regulatory agencies.

Main Responsibilities

• Work under minimal supervision to assist with projects while maintaining a high level of process clarity with direct management
• Follow SOPS in an efficient and accurate manner
• Initiate and maintain continuous cell lines for use in virus isolation
• Produce primary cells for virus isolation
• Develop, perform, and optimize fluorescent antibody detection
• Receive and accession bacterial and viral clinical samples into LIMS
• Maintain updates in LIMS on status of viral and bacterial samples
• Assist in molecular laboratories as needed.
• Clean and maintain the aseptic environment; maintain cleanliness of facilities
• Assist with necessary documentation, ensuring accurate and complete information
• Maintain inventory of laboratory consumables and clinical samples
• Assist in investigation of laboratory error to identify root cause and prevent repeated errors
• Assist other departments as requested and complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Capabilities

• Hands on experience in basic cell culture, virology, and/or bacteriology. Experience in virology and bacteriology preferred.
• Understanding of molecular techniques
• Familiar with the principles of veterinary microbiology
• Proficient in cell culture, viral propagation and titration Bacterial isolation and propagation
• Proficient in bacterial isolation, identification, and propagation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Good laboratory practices; aseptic techniques
• Communications skills to effectively work with teams and across departments
• Ability to follow department written SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedure)
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal & written instructions in English
• Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time; bending, twisting, and preforming fine motor manipulations required
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Familiarity with regulatory agencies including the USDA/CVB, C-CVB, VICH, OSHA, Federal, State, and Local Agencies is a plus

Experience/Educational Requirements

• Associate’s degree in microbiology, virology or related field and 7+ years of relevant work experience, or
• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, virology or related field and 5+ years of relevant work experience

Benefits at Vaxxinova

We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include:

• Medical
• Vision
• Health Savings Account with companymatch
• 401K plan with company match
• Paid time off accrual
• Holiday pay
• Company Shutdown December 25to December 31
• Short- and long-term disability

About Vaxxinova

Vaxxinova provides a wide range of both autogenous and licensed vaccines combined with high-level diagnostic services, supported by strong R&D. Our focus is on livestock including cattle, poultry, swine and aqua. Vaxxinova US, formerly known as Epitopix and Newport Laboratories, is the US operating unit of Vaxxinova International, headquartered in the Netherlands. Vaxxinova US has a strong market presence making autogenous vaccines for cattle, swine, and poultry as well as a state-of-the‑art diagnostic laboratory. Vaxxinova currently has facilities in fourteen countries including Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Croatia, Italy, Germany, Japan, Jordan, Norway, South Africa, Thailand, the USA, and the Netherlands. Vaxxinova is part of the family‑owned EW Group, headquartered in Germany. The EW Group specializes in animal genetics, animal nutrition and animal health, operates in over 100 countries and records consistent international growth.