Analytical Associate

4 weeks ago


South San Francisco, United States Planet Pharma Full time

6 Month Contract (May extend or convert to perm)

$28.78/hour - $33.78/hour W2 (Depending on previous experience)


The Role

The Analytical Operations Associate will be supporting the Analytical Operations (AO) team for the execution of characterization testing, and this is a hands-on laboratory-based position located in South San Francisco.


Primary Responsibilities

  • Execute characterization assays within the AO portfolio (ddPCR, ELISA, Agarose Gel Electrophoresis, and others)
  • Prepare controls for assays and use statistics to determine ranges
  • Accurately report results and analyze data within current electronic lab notebook
  • Supporting AO team with their development experiments if any
  • Participate in lab management of samples and consumables
  • Accurately document assay results and analyze data
  • Additional duties as assigned


Must-Have/Required

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant Science or Engineering discipline with 1-2+ years biopharmaceutical industry experience
  • Successful in operating independently and in a team function
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Good documentation, data organization, and attention to detail


May Have/Preferred

  • Prior experience with ELISA and/or ddPCR
  • Basic understanding of statistics
  • Prior experience with JMP
  • Experience in an ALCOA+ environment
  • Prior experience with Benchling or equivalent
  • Prior AAV gene therapy vector or other viral particle production experience


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