Scientist - II (Associate)
Education • B.S. or M.S. degree in a relevant Biological area (Bacteriology, Biology, Microbiology, Virology) Experience and Skills • 1-3 years laboratory experience, preferably in Animal Health/Industry, including mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique, immunological assay platforms (ELISA, serum neutralization), and/or cell-based potency and functional in vitro assays • Ability to conduct scientific experiments, compile data and interpret results, and communicate with relevant team members and stakeholders • Detail-oriented with good documentation skills • Effective written and oral communication skillset • Experience with Microsoft Office programs: Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Preferred Experience and Skills • Ability to independently design scientific experiments • Experience working in an R&D or Quality Control laboratory • Experience developing, executing, and troubleshooting in vitro analytical methods • Proficient at data compilation, visualization, and interpretation of trends • Knowledgeable of USDA regulations for veterinary biological products Job Description • Participates and collaborates in cross-functional teams with colleagues in Research & Development, Production, Quality Control, and Regulatory Affairs to qualify new reference standards • Maintains compliance according to USDA guidelines for reference standards and in vitro potency tests • Prepares and tests small-scale vaccines to support formulation of new reference standards • Supports the formulation, dispense and testing of new reference standards as part of the reference qualification process • Assists in the routine maintenance and management of reference standards, including in vitro stability testing • Conducts clinical sample testing in support of the qualification of new reference standards • Assists in the preparation of data packages, protocols or reports for submission to USDA • Provides technical support for approved Quality Control assays • Supports local, regional, and global program initiatives as assigned