Associate Scientist, MAPS

Site Name: Cambridge Binney Street Posted Date: Jan 11 2023 Your talent can bring our science to life GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to impact the health of 2.5 billion people around the world in the next 10 years. We're currently seeking a highly motivated associate scientist to use his/her expertise in assay development. Our Analytical Immunology Team is responsible for the development and qualification of assays to support IND-enabling toxicology studies and clinical trials. This position is ideally suited for someone with prior immunoassay development and qualification experience. Key responsibilities include Participate in the design, development, qualification, and implementation of ligand-binding assays to support early and late-stage vaccine development programs. Troubleshoot method and instrumentation problems; be proactive in solving technical issues. Maintain a thorough and accurate lab notebook. Author, SOPs, study protocols, reports, and other scientific and quality documents. Work closely with other team members on project teams. Why you? Basic Qualifications: Bachelor/Master of Science in Biology, Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry, with 2-5 years of industry experience. Hands-on experience within the 2 past years in developing and executing immunoassays such as ELISA, Luminex, and/or MSD. Experience in running stability protocols with associated experimental planning and data collection and analysis. Data processing skills using Windows-based software (Excel, GraphPad Prizm, JMP, etc.) Strong ability to multi-task and willingness to work effectively in a highly collaborative and diverse environment as a team player with a strong work ethic. The ability to maintain written records in the form of laboratory notebooks. Strong written and oral communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: GLP/GMP experience is preferred Previous experience with analytical assay development and qualification is preferred. Experience in other analytical methods, such as cell-based and biochemical assays, is a plus. Why GSK? Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.
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