Research Scientist

7 hours ago


Santa Monica, California, United States Actalent Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to join our team at Actalent. As a Research Associate, you will play a key role in collaborating with research and process development teams to develop and conduct analytical assays for biopharmaceutical products.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct regular analytical assays, including SDS-PAGE, Western Blot, ELISA, Endotoxin, DNA, RNA, PCR, and Phage Titer.
  • Participate in method development for various assays and develop and optimize stability studies and related assays.
  • Assist in transferring assay methods to QA/QC departments and process, analyze, and organize data sets.
  • Maintain accurate laboratory records and adhere to SOPs and safety protocols.
  • Present experimental data in meetings and assist with general lab maintenance.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a relevant field, such as Biochemistry or Molecular Biology.
  • Prior biopharmaceutical experience and skills in cloning, PCR, DNA purification, and alignment programs.
  • Ability to learn new techniques and assays quickly and familiarity with QC qualification and validation.
  • Experience with protein and antibody characterization, protein purification, and conjugation, as well as bacteria maintenance and aseptic techniques.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Understanding of statistics and statistical software and strong understanding of GMP and SOPs.

Compensation:

  • Competitive pay with benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) eligibility.
  • Performance bonus eligibility and potential for future stock option grants.

About Actalent:

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation, and speed to market.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. We maintain an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection, building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes, and ensuring growth opportunities for our people.



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