Scientist (CDx)

Precision Medicine Group; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Scientist (CDx) to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will engage in IVD/CDx assay development and validation, working in a CLIA/CAP/ISO accredited laboratory. Your expertise in mammalian cell culture and cellular assays will be crucial as you design experiments and analyze data. This innovative firm offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact the development of cutting-edge procedures. With a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their career in a thriving field.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement savings benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Parental leave

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in life sciences with relevant lab experience required.
• Expertise in mammalian cell culture and cellular assays is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments and analyze data independently and accurately.
• Support lab procedures and maintain safe lab practices.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Plate-based cellular assays

Data analysis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computational skills

Education

Master’s Degree in life sciences

Ph.D. in life sciences

Tools

Word

Excel

Power Point

GraphPad Prism

Job description

Position Summary:

The Scientist (CDx) participates in IVD/CDx assay development, validation, and execution under design control process. Performs clinical assays in CLIA/CAP/ISO accredited clinical immunology laboratory and supports development of new procedures and improvement of existing SOPs. Prepares critical reagents and reagent lot-to-lot evaluation and equipment comparability studies.

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

• Perform total antibody/neutralization antibody measurement and/or other immune monitoring assay
• Design and perform experiments, independently and accurately analyze and present data
• Assist in establishing and improving all laboratory procedures and required SOP documentation
• Responsible for assay trouble shooting and correcting routine scientific issues/problems
• Identify, update and suggest emerging laboratory techniques, and implement as directed by SME or senior leadership.
• Maintain and support safe lab practices and environment
• Work collaboratively with other technical teams in resource sharing and providing technical expertise
• Support new and ongoing equipment operational qualifications and instrument performance maintenance checks
• Ensures monthly reagent inventory counts are up to date
• Act as a scientific technology platform lead internally
• Write and prepare SOP, abstracts or draft scientific study report
• May present completed work to SME or senior leadership at appropriate scientific meetings and in publications
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

• Master’s Degree in life sciences or related field with 5 years of relevant laboratory experience, and/or Ph.D. degree in life sciences with 1 year of relevant laboratory experience

Other Required:

• Expert level mammalian cell culture and plate-based cellular assay experience
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required
• Must have the ability to organize and analyze data, as well as prepare data reports
• Must possess strong computational skills, preferably experienced with Word, Excel, Power Point, and GraphPad Prism
• Excellent use of judgment and discretion required
• Extended work hours may be occasionally necessary in order to meet business demands
• Ability to lift and carry between 1-15 lbs.; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. overhead with assistance; frequently required to sit, grasp, and use right/left finger dexterity; May be exposed to a cold freezer environment (Freezer temperatures range between -20ºC -196ºC)
• Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language

Preferred:

• A solid understanding of current GXP or CAP/CLIA/ISO standards with industry working experience in cell/gene therapy field.
• Demonstrated skills with assays used for immune monitoring such as primary cell-based assays, total antibody measurement (ELISA and Mesoscale), and neutralizing antibody/transduction inhibition.

Precision is required by law in some states or cities to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Precision, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. This role is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, health insurance, retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, and paid time off for sick leave and vacation, among other benefits. Reasonable estimate of the current range $83,400 — $119,750 USD