Assoc Scientist

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Job description

The end client is unable to sponsor or transfer visas for this position; all parties authorized to work in the US without sponsorship are encouraged to apply.

A Pharmaceutical Company is seeking a Assoc Scientist in Morris Plains, NJ.

Role Description

This role is within the Technical Services group within Process Sciences in Morris Plains, NJ. The Tech Services team supports process development activities within the client pipeline with routine sample analyses, data management, and technical operations.

Their role will be to assist with screening assays that support physical characterization for further clone selection and optimization. In addition, these assays support comparability studies for mAb, DS, DP, conjugation as well. On occasion they will assist support troubleshooting/assessing OOS lots from manufacturing as well as assist the method development AO team.

• Performs routine analysis using various analytical instruments including HPLC, capillary electrophoresis, real-time PCR, UV/Vis.
• Processes and reports data in standard format; interprets and presents results and conclusions of analyses.
• Carries out small scale protein purification using column chromatography for process development and characterization studies.
• Maintains cGLP/cGMP-sound documentation.
• Maintains lab supplies/inventory and instruments; prepares buffers/reagents on an on-going basis.
• Interacts with Process Sciences, Manufacturing Sciences & Technology, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Project Management Office

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelors in a relevant field such as: chemical or biological engineering, biochemistry, chemistry, or biology
• 1-3 years of biopharma experience strongly preferred
• Working understanding of analytical methods used in biopharmaceutical development such as HPLC/UPLC, CE-SDS, IEF, and/or ELISA.
• General knowledge of pharmaceutical product development and/or experience working with monoclonal antibody or ADC products.
• Must possess excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead a high-performing team.
• Must be proficient with MS Office applications. Working knowledge of LIMS systems preferred.

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the Information Technology industry and market trends . Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

Additionally, this position is a contract role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical, dental or vision benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit)

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Hays is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information. #