Scientist I

KBI Biopharma, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 86,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is seeking a scientifically driven professional to join the Analytical and Formulation Sciences team in cell-based assay research. You will perform analyses on bioassays, including ELISAs, and contribute to contracted client programs in a dynamic, highly technical environment.

The role requires a strong background in cell-based assays, data analysis, and rigorous documentation, with opportunities to work with plate readers, flow cytometers, and supporting safety compliance.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree with 7 years of related experience; M.S. with 5 years or Ph.D. accepted.
• Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks.
• Demonstrated expertise in cell-based assay analytical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Performs 96-well cell-based assays with absorbance, luminescent, or fluorescent readouts.
• Maintains multiple cell lines with aseptic technique and proper passaging/banking.
• Notebook upkeep and accurate data reporting; adheres to safety procedures.

Skills

Strong communication

Oral presentation

Technical writing

Education

B.S. degree

M.S. degree

Ph.D.

Job description

About the Company

At KBI Biopharma, we are advancing science and accelerating breakthroughs. As a global leader in biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing, we empower life science companies to bring new medicines and vaccines to the world faster. Explore your potential at KBI, where innovation meets impact.

At KBI, we are constantly seeking to improve our team with accomplished individuals who share in our commitment to serve our clients as they seek to advance important medicines to the patients who need them.

If you do not see a position that matches your background, we invite you to return to our site often as positions are updated frequently.

Position Summary

Join a highly technical analytical team in a dynamic work environment. Participate in contracted client analytical programs as a member of Analytical and Formulation Sciences (AFS) in the cell-based assay (CBA) team. Perform analyses and evaluate data from bioassays, including cell-based assays and ELISAs.

Responsibilities

• Regularly exercises technical discretion in the execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project goals.


• Makes detailed observations and carries out elementary data analysis.


• Understands experiments and conducts troubleshooting analysis.


• Maintains and updates knowledge of instrumentation.


• Notebook upkeep and writing skills.


• Maintains familiarity with current scientific literature; maintains professional expertise through familiarity with scientific literature.


• Assures proper labeling, handling, and storage of all chemicals used in the area; assures proper labeling and disposition of hazardous waste in satellite areas; adheres to all safety requirements and follows safe procedures, and attends all required safety and health training, including handling hazardous waste.


• Reacts to change productively and handles other essential tasks as assigned.


• Performs 96-well cell-based assays with absorbance, luminescent, or fluorescent readouts, requiring experience with plate readers and flow cytometers, as well as curve fitting software.


• Maintains multiple cell lines concurrently with no cross-contamination or microbiological contamination, requiring familiarity with aseptic technique and cell passaging and banking.

Requirements

• B.S. degree and 7 years of related experience; M.S. and 5 years of related experience or Ph.D. in a scientific discipline.


• Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.


• Adheres to all safety requirements and assures that departmental employees comply with required safety procedures.


• Demonstrated expertise in cell-based assay analytical techniques.


• Good oral presentation and technical writing skills.


• Able to record (accurately, clearly, and consistently) information, facts, and measurements that are required by cGMP, GLP, GCP, and/or by co-workers to understand situations and to perform their assignments.


• Understanding of biotherapeutic regulatory requirements and expectations.


• Strong communication skills.

Salary

$86,000-$115,000

EEO Statement

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its workforce. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits and Working Environment

We offer our employees a challenging, rewarding and fast-paced environment along with the opportunity for career advancement through the development of one's technical skills. At KBI, employees work in a collaborative, team environment, where sharing knowledge and expertise with one another is strongly encouraged.