Clinical / Scientific - Bioanalytical Analyst - Andover, United States - Pioneer Data Systems

Description

Position Details:

Our client, a world-leading Pharmaceutical Company in Andover, MA is currently looking for a Associate Scientist to join their expanding team.

Job Title:
Associate Scientist (Ligand Binding Assays / ELISA / PCR)
Duration: 18 months contract, extendable up to 36 months


Location:
Andover, MA


Note:

The client has the
right-to-hire you as a permanent employee at any time during or after the end of the contract.

You may participate in the company group medical insurance plan


Job Description:
Responsible for the design, trouble shooting, qualification and conduct of ligand-binding assays (eg., ELISAs) to support biotherapeutic programs.

Deliver concentration and immunogenicity data to Portfolio Leads and other Analytical Technology partners.

Design, develop and implement ligand-binding assays (e.g. ELISA, MSD, Gyrolab, PCR) to measure process impurities and/or protein concentration in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

Perform data analysis and interpretation and draw conclusions regarding progress and results of work, utilizing the data for appropriate decision making.

Gather input from colleagues, literature, and additional resources to assist in project advancement.

BSc with at least 3+ years relevant experience, with a focus on ligand binding assay development; (R2); MSc with at least 1+ years relevant experience with a focus on ligand binding assay development.

Industry experience with a focus in biotherapeutics and a strong record of scientific achievement; excellent communication skills.

Proven track record in the area of biotherapeutics bioanalysis with understanding of a broad range of bioanalytical platforms.

Proven presentation skills.

Knowledge and hands-on experience developing ligand-binding assays, utilizing various platforms and demonstrated analytical problem-solving skills.

Broad understanding and skill in areas of bioanalytical laboratory techniques for biotherapeutics (knowledge of ligand-binding assays is essential.

Proven ability to generate high quality data against challenging timelines.

Ability to communicate across site and discipline to enable maximum impact of bioanalytical science.

Knowledge of biotherapeutic structure, pharmacology, disposition and immunogenicity and the impact on assay selection.

Ability to author technical documents such as data summary reports and analytical procedures. Collaborative skills and effective partnering skills in a complex, multi-discipline organizational model.

Strong organizational and time management skills in order to balance working on multiple projects in parallel.


Three critical skills:
Broad understanding and skill in areas of bioanalytical laboratory techniques

Ligand binding (ELISA) assay experience

PCR assay experience

Strong organizational and time management skills


Notes:
senior associate scientist

looking for someone to jump right in, hands on exp.

looking for someone very familiar and comfortable with ELISA, PCR

M-F, onsite Andover, 1st shift

Pharma preferred, Mix of academic and industry is good too


Interview:
Onsite