Associate Scientist

Job Title: Scientist - II (Associate)Duration: 12 MonthsLocation: Elkhorn, NE (68022)Pay Rate: $36/hr on W2Education• 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.