Bench Scientist I

Job Title: Bench Scientist I Location: Pearl River, NY Type: Contract Compensation: $35-$40.22 Work Model: Onsite – onsite Hours: 40.0 hours per week Overview Leading pharmaceutical company looking for an experienced Bench Scientist I. Ideal candidates should have a bachelors degree with a minimum of 2–4 years of experience including hands‑on experience with one or more of the following: ELISA, Neutralization assays, Luminex assays, Cell culture techniques, Immunology- or vaccine-related laboratory methods. Responsibilities Perform immunological assays to evaluate immune responses to vaccine candidates, including: ELISA, Neutralization assay with ELISA, Luminex assays, Functional antibody assays, and Cell culture-based assays Conduct laboratory work in a BSL-2 environment while adhering to applicable safety and quality standards Analyze, document, and interpret experimental data to ensure accuracy, integrity, and timely reporting Maintain detailed laboratory records, electronic notebooks, and presentation materials Generate, characterize, and track critical reagents used in preclinical and translational vaccine studies Support assay optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvements Collaborate with scientists and cross-functional teams to meet project objectives and timelines Contribute to data presentations, reports, and scientific discussions Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Immunology, Virology, Biology, Microbiology, or a related life science field Minimum of 2–4 years of relevant laboratory experience in a research, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or academic setting Hands‑on experience with one or more of the following: ELISA, Neutralization assays, Luminex assays, Cell culture techniques, Immunology- or vaccine-related laboratory methods Strong understanding of immunology, virology, or vaccine development principles Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) Strong organizational, documentation, and data analysis skills Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting vaccine research or infectious disease programs Familiarity with preclinical or clinical immunogenicity studies Knowledge of assay development, validation, or troubleshooting Experience working within regulated laboratory environments and following data integrity requirements System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr