Viral Research Scientist in Athens, GA

Full time or part time?  Full-Time

Shift First :Hours 08:30-16:30

Any possibility of the assignment to be converted to a full-time role? May be possible, but unknown at this time.

• Perform basic cell culture techniques for isolation of primary cells and passage of cell lines.
• Assist with the execution of viral propagation and analytical proof of concept (POC) experiments.
• Execute in vitro analytical assays to evaluate and qualify viral stocks with minimal supervision.
• Accountable for performing all techniques and assays so test sessions yield valid results and repeated work is minimized.
• Provide quality support of viral research team members through data acquisition, reporting, and communication.
• Accurately record all data from research experiments and testing sessions in laboratory notebooks as appropriate.
• Generate documentation (ex. method protocols, research reports, SOPs) as a result of viral process or analytical POC experiments.
• Maintain inventory of key laboratory supplies.
• Comply with applicable regulations, perform all work in a safe and responsible manner, and maintain proper records in accordance with standard operating procedures and corporate policies.

Required Experience    : 0-3 Years  

• Initiates, executes, completes, and communicates results and related issues with supervision.
• Maintain constructive and positive working relationships with the viral research teams, local development and analytical teams, clinical operations, industrial operations, regulatory affairs, and quality control.
• Follow Research & Development policies and procedures to maintain high quality standards and follow best practices.
• Ability to learn new types of assays and technology easily.
• Experience in culture of primary avian cells and continuous cell lines is preferred.
• Experience conducting in vitro assays (viral titration, PCR, ELISA, virus neutralization) preferred.
• Experience with the safe and appropriate use of BSL2 organisms preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree

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