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Job Description
- Supportthe cell line development (CLD) team through participation in transfection, stable selection, cloning, expansion and characterization of mammalian cell lines for clinical and commercial production
- Perform laboratory experiments using a variety of CLD and cell culture technologies including single cell cloning/clone picking, cell imaging, liquid handling automation and Octet/ELISA-based recombinant protein quantification
- Support molecular characterization of the lead clonal cell lines for CLD programs including but not limited to mRNA analysis and gene copy number determination
- Works with departmental and/or cross functional peers to execute on assignments, under limited supervision.
- Prepares experimental protocols.
- Contributes significantly to project work which may include multiple projects within functional area.
- Interprets data independently, and contributes to technical reports
- Identifies technical issues, and implements solutions under supervision
- Contributes to the design of new applications/experiments/unit operations in consultation with supervisor.
- Coordinates within department as well as cross functionally with peers on projects.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, biology, biotechnology, or related pharmaceutical science; 4+ years of biotechnology/biopharmaceuticalindustry experience in cell line developmentOR
- Master’s degree in biochemistry, biology, biotechnology, or related pharmaceutical science; 1+ year of biotechnology/biopharmaceuticalindustry experience in cell line development
- Sound knowledge of cell culture principles, experience in aseptic techniques required
Computer experience in common Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required
- Experience in CLD technologies including culture of mammalian cells, single-cell cloning (sorting/clone picking), clonality assessment, and clone screening highly desirable
- Experience in molecular biology methods including subcloning, RT-qPCR/ddPCR and Octet/ELISA-based recombinant protein quantificationis desirable
- Experience with FACS, automation or Next-Gen Sequencing will be a plus.
- Familiar with general laboratory procedures and aseptic technique.
- Able to troubleshoot critical issues or problems and resolve routine issues using appropriate information.
- Ability to work within department groups/team.
- Exercises good time management skills
- Proficiency in use of applicable lab equipment and operations; experience in maintaining written records of work in the form of laboratory notebooks (paper or electronic)
- Expresses one’s self clearly and concisely within function; documents issues and/or concerns concisely with colleagues; timely and effectively communicates issues to supervisor
Additional Information
Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Cambridge, MAare encouraged to apply. Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Vacancy expired!