Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Scientist II - Onsite for a contract position with a Pharmaceutical Company located in South San Francisco, CA. This is a 6 month contract opportunity.This role is for a collaborative and driven contractor to accelerate lentiviral vector (LVV) and adeno-associated virus (AAV) generation platforms. The primary objective is to increase viral vector production throughput and yield to support rapid turnaround for screening and pipeline studies. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a cutting-edge research team and contribute to the development of innovative viral vector based therapeutic modalities.
Responsibilities:- Integration of automation and high-throughput LVV and AAV workflows
- Develop and optimize suspension-based lentiviral vector (LVV) upstream production platform
- Development and establishment of downstream LVV process
- Conduct cutting-edge analytics for LVV and AAV QC
- Data, Inventory and Protocol Management: Analyze multivariate process datasets, maintain an organized virus inventory, author standard operating procedures (SOPs), and present data in group meetings
Requirements:- MS/PhD degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Virology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Genetics, or a related discipline
- 3 years of laboratory research or industrial experience
- Proficient in mammalian cell culture and general molecular biology techniques such as transient plasmid transfection, PCR, qPCR, ddPCR, dPCR and Western blot
- Previous experience with ex vivo CAR T engineering using lentivirus is a must
- Strong data analysis and presentation skills
- Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, analytical, highly organized, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desired skills:- Working experiences with lentivirus or AAV production in adherent or suspension cells, process development, statistical DOE modeling and automated liquid handling
- Experience with flow cytometer operations, electronic notebook and BSL2 facility management
Pay range: $35.50 - $45.50 per hourOnly candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
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ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
