The Associate Scientist role will help develop custom flow cytometry assays in partnership with many leading pharmaceutical companies, expand our catalog of off-the-shelf assay kits, and to support our software team to develop automated analysis algorithms.
Primary Duties
- Develop and qualify flow cytometry assay panels on the Accellix platform, including optimization of formulations and protocols.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams while following design and development plans, executing assay verification and validation, and ensuring all assay requirements are satisfied.
- Provide analysis and feedback for developing automated analysis software.
- Follow good manufacturing practices (GMP) in lab, clearly document experimental procedures and results, and assist team in maintaining inventory of lab supplies and reagents.
- Participate in drafting and editing protocols for assay kit manufacturing and QC, and in tech transfer of new assays to the manufacturing team.
- Present updates on projects and initiate brainstorming/troubleshooting discussions within the team and to external customer audiences.
- Promote a strong working relationship with others in the lab, facilitate open communication, proactively identify and address issues, and support other team members to meet deadlines and manage shifting priorities.
- Assay characterization including verification and validation studies.
- Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education, Training and Experience
- Bachelor degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry and 2+ years of experience in experimental design and execution of flow cytometry assays, including antibody titrations, and optimizing and troubleshooting multicolor assays, as well as flow cytometry data analysis sing FlowJo or similar analysis software.
- OR HS diploma or GED and 6+ years of experience in experimental design and execution of flow cytometry assays, including antibody titrations, and optimizing and troubleshooting multicolor assays, as well as flow cytometry data analysis sing FlowJo or similar analysis software.
Preferred Education, Training and Experience
- Master's degree
- Experience with generating and optimizing compensation matrices to address fluorescence spectral overlap in multiparametric flow data
- Familiarity with common biomarkers found on leukocytes, and/or familiarity with cell-based therapies and cellular engineering
- Experience with product development or instrument automation in an industry setting
- Experience with assay transfer to internal or external collaborators
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Good documentation practices (GDP) and with drafting and reviewing documents such as SOPs and development reports
- Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMérieux promotes.
- Written Communications - including the ability to communicate technical data in written form
- Effectively deal with ambiguity requiring adaptability, critical thinking, and proactive communication to navigate situations with limited details
- Manage and meet competing deadlines, requiring careful prioritization and time management to ensure all tasks are completed on time.
- Critical thinking, using logic and reason to analyze information and make decisions in the workplace.
- Thriving in a fast-paced environment by managing tasks, multitasking, and adapting quickly to maintain productivity.
- Skilled in MS Office tools to include but not limited to Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel
- Ability to design, execute, and analyze experiments with minimal oversight
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
- Ability to remain in stationary position, either sitting or standing, for prolonged periods.
- Ability to ascend/descend stairs, ladders, ramps, and the like.
- Ability to wear PPE correctly most of the day.
- Ability to operate heavy machinery.
- Ability to adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
The estimated salary range for this role based in Illinois is between $77,200 – 114,500. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux’s bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate’s experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer.
In addition, bioMérieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include:
· A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
· Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance
· Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
· Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
· Adoption Assistance
· Wellness Programs
· Employee Assistance Program
· Commuter Benefits
· Various voluntary benefit offerings
· Discount programs
· Parental leaves