Associate Scientist

Aditi Consulting

Thousand Oaks, California, United States, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$25–$26 Per Hour
SKILLS
Academic Research, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Asepsis, Assays, Automotive Automation, Cell Cultures, Consulting, Laboratory, Laboratory Notebook, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Techniques, Messaging Technology, Onboarding, Operational Support, Production Support, Protein Purification, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulatory Compliance, Scientific Research, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Speech Technology, Staff Motivation, State Laws and Regulations, System Operations, Systems Analysis, Telephony, Viruses
LOCATION
Thousand Oaks, California, United States, CA
POSTED
15 days ago
Payrate: $25.00- $26.00/hr.
 
Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated Contract Worker (CW) Associate Scientist to support research activities focused on viral vector production and characterization, including both adeno-associated virus (AAV) and lentiviral (LV) platforms. The successful candidate will contribute to laboratory-based experimental workflows involving mammalian cell culture, protein purification, molecular and cellular characterization assays, and vector-related analytical techniques.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Perform sterile mammalian cell culture and support viral vector production workflows for AAV and lentiviral systems.
  • Execute protein purification and characterization experiments using AKTA systems and related analytical methods.
  • Conduct molecular and cellular assays including Western blotting, Flow cytometry, and other vector characterization techniques.
  • Maintain accurate electronic laboratory notebooks and document experimental procedures and results in compliance with laboratory standards.
  • Learn and implement new laboratory techniques and contribute to optimization of experimental workflows.
  • Support general laboratory operations, organization, and maintenance.
 
Must Have Skills:
  • Hands-on experience with sterile mammalian cell culture and laboratory aseptic techniques.
  • Experience with viral vectors, including AAV and/or lentiviral systems.
  • Proficiency in protein purification and characterization techniques, including operation of AKTA systems.
  • Experience with analytical and cell-based essays such as Western blotting and Flow cytometry.
 
Education & Experience:
  • Preferred: Master’s degree
  • Acceptable: Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience
  • Preferred Experience Level:
    • Approximately 2–3 years of laboratory experience
    • Industry experience preferred, but strong academic research/internship experience will also be considered
  • Manager emphasized preference for candidates with prior practical laboratory work to minimize extensive onboarding/training.
 
Pay Transparency: The typical base pay for this role across the U.S. is: $25.00- $26.00/hour. Non-exempt positions are eligible for overtime at a rate of 1.5 times the base hourly rate for all hours worked in excess of 40 in a work week, or as required by state or local law. Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience. Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, denmatch, lifeion benefits, health savings accounts with qualified medical plan enrollment, 10 paid days off, 3 days paid bereavement leave, 401(k) plan participation with employer match,  life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, dependent care flexible spending account, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, accommodations and reimbursement for work travel, and discretionary performance or recognition bonus. Sick leave and mobile phone reimbursement provided based on state or local law. 
 
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