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Contract Scientist
Burlington, MA
Job Description
We are seeking a hands-on team player who enjoys collaborating with colleagues and shares a passion for seeking gene therapy cures for devastating diseases and making a difference for patients. The candidate in this role will be supporting method transfer from the analytical development group and the establishment of cell-based assays in the process analytics laboratory. Technical proficiency in analytical methodologies (cell-based assays, qPCR, ddPCR, and Jess Western Blot) for drug substances and drug products is required for gene-based products.
The candidate must be able to multitask and demonstrate flexibility. Working experience in gene therapy with cell-based assays is required. We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly organized, and motivated individual who will work on-site within the Gene Therapy Process Development-Process Analytics team at the Burlington, MA, location.
Sarepta Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and participates in e-Verify.
The candidate must be able to multitask and demonstrate flexibility. Working experience in gene therapy with cell-based assays is required. We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly organized, and motivated individual who will work on-site within the Gene Therapy Process Development-Process Analytics team at the Burlington, MA, location.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Perform method transfer, optimization, and qualification of cell-based assays such as infectivity and potency assays.
- Support Process Analytics operations of sample testing, including assay execution and data analysis for infectivity, potency, qPCR, ddPCR and Jess Western Blot assays.
- Manage reference material qualifications and data trending for cell-based assays to monitor the assay performance.
- Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and investigate issues from the testing.
- Follows good documentation procedures, such as ELN, per regulatory requirements.
- Author and review technical documents (protocols, reports, and test methods).
- Work with cross-functional peers and present data in group meetings.
- Ability to interact and cooperate cross-functionally and ability to effectively work in a fast-paced environment.
Desired Education and Skills:
- B.S./MS degree in molecular biology, virology, or equivalent with 3-5 years of hands-on experience in cell-based assays, or a Ph.D. with 0-1 years of relevant experience.
- A strong understanding of assay design, method qualification, and troubleshooting principles.
- Hands-on experience in cell-based, ddPCR, qPCR and Jess Western Blot assays.
- Organization, multitasking, attention to detail, and adherence to timelines.
- Operate as a part of a team with experience in hands-on training individuals in a laboratory environment.
- Support team members and deliver lab responsibilities as assigned.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Sarepta Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and participates in e-Verify.
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Doctorate
Required Experience
3 to 5 years
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