Senior Scientist, BSL-4 Bioscience Lab

The McConnell Group; Manhattan (KS); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

The McConnell Group is seeking an experienced Staff Scientist to support a biosafety level 4 research laboratory. The role requires expertise in mammalian cell culture, virology, and biologics development, with a PhD and 7+ years in a US BSL-2/BSL-4-like environment.

You will contribute to contract research and develop SOPs for high-containment operations. Daily duties include handling complex biological materials, producing reports, and guiding staff on regulatory safety programs.

Qualifications

• PhD required in life sciences or related field.
• 7+ years' experience in biologics development in the US.
• Experience with mammalian/hybridoma culture and virus propagation.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiology, molecular biology, virology and vaccinology tasks.
• Prepare quarterly activity reports and SOPs for BDM equipment.
• Maintain an accurate laboratory notebook and data records.
• Provide CRO/contract research support as needed.
• Guide NBAF staff on biosafety-related equipment and programs.

Skills

Mammalian Cell Culture

Hybridoma Cell Culture

Biologics development

Lab notebook maintenance

SOP documentation

Education

PhD in Life Sciences or related field

Tools

DARBI

MasterControl

Maxim

Job description

The McConnell Group is seeking an experienced Staff Scientist to support a biosafety level 4 research laboratory. The role requires expertise in mammalian cell culture, virology, and biologics development, with a PhD and 7+ years in a US BSL-2/BSL-4-like environment.

You will contribute to contract research and develop SOPs for high-containment operations. Daily duties include handling complex biological materials, producing reports, and guiding staff on regulatory safety programs.