Avantor Biology Scientist Vacancy 2020 – Apply Online
Avantor Biology Scientist Vacancy Avantor is a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the life sciences and advanced technologies and applied materials industries. Check out all the details on the same below:
Job Title: Entrepreneurial Scientist – Cell Biology
Location: Bridgewater, NJ
Job Summary
Avantor Biology Scientist Vacancy
In a senior scientist role, the Entrepreneurial Scientist position will focus on developing new cell-based technologies to support Avantor’s Life Sciences Division. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, or microbiology. Responsibilities will include the design and implementation of cell-based assays, molecular biology techniques, and viral vector production. He/she will work with a team of scientists to drive idea generation, project planning and execution to meet Avantor’s innovation objectives. He/she will develop and use novel approaches and tools in a collaborative team environment to drive projects to successful completion.
MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (List in order of importance)
Avantor Biology Scientist Vacancy
- Conducts hands-on technical experiments to develop products for cell and gene therapy drug product manufacturing
- Develops and characterize cell-based assays (e.g. qPCR, western blots, ELISA, vector potency, infectious titer, MOI, etc.)
- Performs culturing, transduction, and characterization of mammalian cells
- Designs, guides, and executes viral vector process development
- Explores novel technologies and facilitate technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders for implementing new viral vector and cellular technologies
- Collaborates with diverse project teams to support department objectives and provide scientific recommendations
- Develops ideas, tests feasibility, develops, and commercializes products
- Develops project plan and detailed activities and executes various tasks to complete the project within the desired timeframe by finding and using innovative approaches to get things done
- When necessary, travels to customer sites and/or internal Avantor sites to clearly define deliverables, conduct voice of customers and support project generation activities
- Facilitates and participates in daily, weekly and monthly project check-in meetings and adjusts plan and activities based on feedback to complete the project on time
Presents finding and project outcome and value proposition at internal or customer meetings, industry associations and conferences - Avantor Biology Scientist Vacancy Takes initiative to identify and implement innovative approaches and new methodologies by searching the literature and participates in innovation strategy planning sessions
- Complies with all safety, environmental and quality policies and procedures
Performs other duties as assigned with or without accommodation
Supports the Avantor core values of innovation, customer-centricity, accountability, respect and excellence.
QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Training, Experience and Certifications)
PhD in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology
Candidates with previous hands-on experience in executing and leading viral vector process development and characterization will be preferred
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently)
Avantor Biology Scientist Vacancy
- Strong background in molecular biology and recombinant DNA technologies
- Experience in viral vector generation, cellular cloning, molecular characterization of DNA, RNA, and protein expression
- Displayed experience in mammalian cell culture and aseptic techniques
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and function as a member of the cross-functional team.
Takes initiative to identify innovative approaches and new methodologies by searching the literature and/or participating in discussions. - Complies with all safety, environmental and quality policies and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work independently and as a member of the cross-functional team.
Other Skills: Strong competency in Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint, Word and Excel Excellent computer skills; ability to learn new systems (i.e. salesforce.com) quickly and manoeuvre the internet and internal intranet sites with ease
