Scientist III - Potency Assay - FSP

Parexel; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Parexel is seeking a Scientist III- Potency Assay for a full-time, on-site role in Rahway, NJ. The candidate will support routine testing, stability studies, and in-process development, while ensuring proper documentation and record-keeping.

Requires a Bachelors with 3–5 years or a Masters with 1–2 years in analytical chemistry or biologics testing, including ELISA, qPCR, and immunoassays. Onsite benefits and long-term staffing through Parexel FSP are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s in a related science with experience in analytical chemistry or biologics testing.
• Experience in cellular biology, immunoassays, and protein analysis.
• Proficiency with ELISA, HCP, protein-A, and potency assays.

Responsibilities

• Supports routine testing for release, stability studies, and in-process work.
• Monitors controlled temperature units and maintains records.
• Completes sample submission and submission management.
• Maintains accurate documentation and records.

Skills

Cell/Molecular biology

Immunoassay

ELISA

HCP

Protein A

Binding potency

qPCR

Gel electrophoresis

HTL systems

SoftMax Pro

BSL-2 cabinets

Sample management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related science

Master’s degree in related science

Tools

SoftMax Pro

Tecan

Bravo

BSL-2 cabinet

Job description

We are looking to fill a Scientist III- Potency Assay position working as a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on long-term assignment onsite at one of our clients located in Rahway, NJ. This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off. This position does not offer any sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Supports routine testing for release, stability studies, in-process, and/or cell-line development
• Monitors controlled temperature units
• Completes sample submission and sample management
• Maintains accurate documentation and records

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related science with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in analytical chemistry or biologics testing, or a Master’s degree in a related science with 1 to 2 years of relevant experience in analytical chemistry or biologics testing

Required Skills And Experience

• Current cellular and/or molecular biology and immunoassay experience
• Analysis of biologics including monoclonal antibodies and/or other therapeutic proteins in one or more of the following techniques:
• Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), host cell proteins (HCP), protein-A (proA), and binding potency assay
• Quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) and basic molecular biology techniques (gel electrophoresis, etc.)
• High-throughput liquid handling system, e.g., Tecan, Bravo, etc.
• Analytical software SoftMax Pro
• Experience with BSL2 (Biosafety Level 2) cabinets
• Sample submission and sample management

About Parexel

Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group. We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies. For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement.

Come join us!