Research Associate # 26-22558

US Tech Solutions; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

US Tech Solutions in Philadelphia is seeking an early career Scientist to develop and perform testing methods supporting lentiviral vector programs. You will apply your lab skills daily and collaborate with teammates to drive analytical solutions.

The role emphasizes on-the-bench experimentation, data presentation, and clear communication of complex results, with GLP/cGMP awareness and strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Biopharmaceutical industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform release, characterization and stability testing of lentiviral products to support analytical requirements of the process development and discovery teams.
• Communicate scientific data effectively through presentations, protocols, test methods and development reports.
• Help drive innovative thinking for novel methods to quantitate lentiviral product strength, safety, purity, and identity.

Skills

Effective Communication

Collaborative Skills

Oral and Written Communication

Team Player

Attention to Detail

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Western Blot

ELISA/Alphalisa

PCR-based Methods

Flow Cytometry

qPCR/ddPCR

Job description

Duration: 12 Months with possible extension

Job Description

• As an early career Scientist, you will bring your scientific skills to our team that is responsible for developing and performing testing methods to support our internal lentiviral vector programs. Working closely with others, you will take what you know and apply it each day in the lab. As the successful candidate, you will embrace the principle of being not only an accomplished scientist, but also an essential collaborator and team player.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform release, characterization and stability testing of lentiviral products to support the analytical requirements of the process development and discovery teams, including but not limited to Western Blot, ELISA/Alphalisa, PCR-based methods, flow cytometry, particle analysis, and cell-based viral titration.
• Communicate scientific data and information effectively through data presentations, protocols, test methods and development reports.
• Help drive innovative thinking for novel methods to quantitate lentiviral product strength, safety, purity, and identity.

Basic Requirements

• BS with at least 1 years of relevant experience Biopharmaceutical Industry experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated competency and experience with characterization of viral vectors using cell-based, molecular (qPCR/ddPCR) and/or traditional biochemical methods.
• Experience developing procedures for use in GLP and/or cGMP facilities is ideal.
• Effective communication skills and collaborative skills are required.
• Strong commitment to on-the-bench experimental work
• A strong team player with excellent oral and written communication skills; to design, execute and troubleshoot experiments with limited oversight; and analyze, interpret, and clearly communicate complex analytical data.
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail, able to work in a timeline-driven, fast-paced and highly collaborative working environment.
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office software.

About USTech Solutions

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.