To function as a support role for the development and licensure of vaccines as well as new label claims or product improvement research of licensed vaccines. Perform laboratory and clinical activities in compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.

Analytical

• Perform a wide range of laboratory assays, such as classical microbiological techniques, general tissue culture, ELISA, Western blot, PCR, etc. under supervision from a senior scientist

• Perform new analytical assays under development

• Learn new laboratory techniques

• Enter data sets into spreadsheets for statistical analysis

Clinical

• Participate in clinical trials

• May act as a study monitor

• Prepare and process clinical samples

Communication

• Independently source supplies in support of laboratory and clinical studies

• If required, interacts with external suppliers in consultation with direct manager

• Maintain regular inter and intradepartmental communication in support of ongoing projects

Scientific Writing/presentation

• Maintain high quality laboratory documentation

• Edit laboratory methods, protocols, reports, and operating procedures of low complexity

• Review technical documents for accuracy of timelines, methods, and data sets

• Prepare presentation using Microsoft® PowerPoint for internal sharing of data

• Shape solutions out of complexity - Accepts the need for flexibility

• Client focus - Responds to requests and needs in a positive way

• Collaborate with empathy - Actively shares information and listens to others within a group

• Engage and develop - Actively seeks new opportunities for learning

• Drive ambition and accountability - Ensures accuracy of his/her work

• Influence others - Communicates clearly

• Knowledge of microbiology techniques (aseptic technique, preparation of media, culturing organisms, etc.)

• Knowledge of laboratory assays

• Ability to participate in clinical trials

• Ability to perform experiments within one’s scope of work

• Ability to clearly and accurately write and present scientific information

• Ability to work in a team setting

Education – Minimum BA/BS or MS in Microbiology or Biology or related field.

Work Experience – At least 1 year work experience in a laboratory setting performing both in vivo and in vitro experiments is preferred.

Other - Experience with virus propagation and/or titration techniques. Experience with PCR, ELISA, and Western blot, and knowledge of molecular techniques preferred.

• Ability to read, write legibly and communicate in English

• Capable of working extensively with computers, and communicating with colleagues
• Tasks frequently require prolonged mental and visual concentration
• Able to communicate data both verbally and visually

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