Senior Scientist, In Ovo Virology & Vaccine Development

Pace Analytical Services, LLC; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance program

Parental leave

ID theft protection

Flexible spending accounts

HSA

Wellness program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Optional legal coverage

Job summary

Pace Analytical Services, LLC in Fort Dodge, IA is seeking a lab-based professional to assist design and execution of in ovo viral propagation studies. This role supports vaccine development through the full innovation cycle, under supervision of senior scientists.

Qualifications include a Master’s with 2–4 years of industry experience or a PhD in Virology or related field; hands-on in ovo techniques and GMP/GLP experience; BSL-2 practices.

Qualifications

• Master's with 2-4 years of industry experience or Ph.D. in Virology, Microbiology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Chemistry, or related field.
• Hands-on experience with in ovo techniques, embryonated egg inoculation, viral propagation, or vaccine development activities.
• Experience with infectious disease, virology, microbiology, or related biological research applications, including work with biohazardous organisms.
• Knowledge of BSL-2 laboratory environments and aseptic techniques for maintaining a clean laboratory environment.
• Experience with method development in a GMP/GLP laboratory environment.
• Strong data interpretation and ability to document and report findings.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform experimental work involving in ovo viral propagation, including inoculation of embryonated eggs and virus harvest procedures.
• Execute laboratory activities requiring accurate, precise, and reproducible pipetting, sample preparation, and biological material handling.
• Apply aseptic techniques during virus propagation, sample processing, media preparation, and related laboratory activities.
• Conduct work with infectious agents in accordance with BSL-2 safety requirements, laboratory procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
• Generate methods for technical activities under the guidance of a qualified scientist.
• Adapt to new procedures and evolving project needs in a dynamic R&D environment.
• Organize, interpret, and present experimental data to support project advancement, identify atypical results or deviations, and contribute to investigations, technical reports, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with scientists and cross-functional teams to share key learnings that advance portfolio projects and support innovation.
• Support the training and development of laboratory personnel under the guidance of senior scientists.
• Operate and perform basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment relevant to assigned work.
• Accurately document work in batch records, laboratory notebooks, and/or electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Maintain a clean, compliant, and organized laboratory work environment while promoting safe laboratory practices.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and maintain a positive, adaptable attitude.

Skills

In ovo techniques

BSL-2 lab practices

GMP/GLP

Pipetting proficiency

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Experimental design

Independent work

Safety compliance

Education

Master's or PhD in Virology/related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Pace Analytical Services, LLC in Fort Dodge, IA is seeking a lab-based professional to assist design and execution of in ovo viral propagation studies. This role supports vaccine development through the full innovation cycle, under supervision of senior scientists.

Qualifications include a Master’s with 2–4 years of industry experience or a PhD in Virology or related field; hands-on in ovo techniques and GMP/GLP experience; BSL-2 practices.