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Senior Scientist, Virology

Workforce Genetics

Senior Scientist, Virology

Gaithersburg, MD
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are looking for a Senior Scientist, Virology join a biotech company whose goal is to redefine the biotech/biopharma industry in the United States and globally. Our client has a long standing history of providing products and services that support scientific research, and they are building a team of driven, goal/result-oriented individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the industry.

    The Senior Scientist plans, executes and troubleshoots research activities and investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts towards development of new and/or improved reagents. The Senior Scientist will be expected to identify new and improved technologies and reagents for virology product line establishment and expansion. This position will work closely with cross-functional representatives from other departments on new product development projects and will participate on or lead cross-functional product development teams.The Senior Scientist may mentor/supervise staff and is expected to lead by example.

     

    In this role, you will:

    • Responsible for inception and execution of all product development projects in the Virology Team including initial design, feasibility testing, development, troubleshooting and tech transfer.
    • Development of robust SOPs for tech transfer of new and/or improved methods to Operations and support of projects through successful tech transfer.
    • Anticipates technical risks and develops mitigation strategies that ensure the projects are executed with full scientific rigor and deliver robust products and tech transfer protocols and processes that are on-time, on-budget and to specification.
    • Develops appropriate application data to support posters at scientific conferences, webinars, website content, IP filings and other needs, as appropriate.
    • Remains current with knowledge in relevant scientific fields and brings new product development ideas into the pipeline and monitors new product introduction of key competitors.
    • Explores technologies, approaches and intellectual properties that would improve products and product convenience, stability, productivity and margin.
    • Identifies and establishes working relationships with external Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to help determine voice of customer (VOC), drive product specifications and provide early product performance data.
    • Will participate on and/or lead product development Core Teams.
    • May informally or formally mentor or supervise junior staff and develop and enforce performance management goals and metrics.
    • Manage activities efficiently and effectively to meet program timelines and performance requirements in alignment with team and corporate goals.

    Skills and Qualifications:

    • Ph.D. in a biological life science and 5 – 8 years of relevant work experience is required.
    • A Bachelor’s degree in a life science field and 15 – 18 years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree in a life science field and 13 – 16 years of relevant experience may be substituted for a Ph.D.
    • 4 – 6 years of relevant hands-on experience in virology and cell culture technology is required, additional years are highly preferred.
    • Two or more years’ experience in industry and/or product development is highly desirable.
    • Experience building and maintaining internal and external relationships is desired as is hands-on supervisory experience.
    • Experience in an ISO accredited, and matrixed organization is preferred.
    • In-depth knowledge and hands-on expertise in the isolation and handling (growing, concentrating, purifying as well as characterizing functionalities) of a variety of RNA/DNA viruses.
    • Hands-on experience in culturing, maintaining, and working with various cell lines used for virus propagation.
    • Hands-on experience with various cell biology, molecular biology, immunology techniques including but not limited to maintenance of continuous mammalian cell cultures, plaque assay, TCID50 assay, fluorescence microscopy, virus stock production, virus isolation viral plaque assays, hemagglutination, PCR, ELISA, flow cytometry, and other standard viral assays.
    • Broad breath of understanding across virology, cell biology, immunology/vaccinology, molecular biology, microbial pathogenesis, and infectious diseases.
    • Current knowledge of viral genomics and bioinformatics tools and resources.
    • Knowledge in translational research and product development.
    • Strong work ethic and an attitude of personal ownership, leadership and accountability for the success of a program.
    • Demonstrated ability to think innovatively, creatively and strategically and to exercise sound scientific and business judgment.
    • Attentive to detail with a high level of accuracy, strong project planning and time management skills.
    • Seeks, learns, and applies new skills/knowledge to perform job responsibilities.
    • Ability to efficiently multi-task and appropriately prioritize projects.
    • Strong problem-solving skills to identify, evaluate and correct potential problems early.
    • Self-starter, motivated and focused; ability to work independently as well as part of a team effort.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including excellent listening skills and presentation skills to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively.
    • Ability to build and maintain strong internal and external relationships.
    • Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office and other scientific software.
    • Adaptable; be able to shift priorities and focus as departmental and/or business demands change including, but not limited to early/late hours and/or weekend hours.
    • Follow all company safety practices, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and policies.