Assistant Scientist

The primary responsibility of developing mammalian cell lines and assessing new platforms to produce fusion proteins, or other recombinant proteins, for clinical and commercial manufacturing. The incumbent will be heavily involved in techniques like flow cytometry and cell imaging and collaborate with other departments such as molecular biology, upstream process development, and process development analytics. Additionally, the scientist will participate in the assessment and integration of new technologies to enhance the platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Cell staining and imaging
• Assist with ongoing business and innovation projects in the lab
• Perform ML based data analysis and review.
• Carry out assigned laboratory work and other basic functional duties to support lab operation.
• Maintain research notebook recording information on activities.
• Complies with lab procedures, protocols, regulatory and other requirements.
• Evaluate and introduce innovative technologies to improve cell line development process and therapeutic protein production.
• Work closely with other functional teams, Upstream Process Development, Downstream purification, Analytical Development and Discovery to support development activities.
• Create written technical reports and presents data at internal forums.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications And Education

• Minimum bachelor's degree required but prefer PhD in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or related biologics fields with 0 - 3 years of experience is required.
• Basic understanding of daily lab functions, maintenance, safety and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Consistent delivery of accurate and complete experimental records.
• Able to perform scientific literature review.
• Hands on experience with flow cytometry and cell imaging techniques, data analytics is desirable
• Experience with CHO production cell lines and automation will be a plus
• The candidate must be well organized and have excellent oral and written communication skills.

100% onsite

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri (normal business hours)

This posting is for a contract assignment with ASK Staffing DBA ASK Consulting to provide services to Bristol Myer-Squibb.

The starting hourly compensation for this assignment is the following range ($32- $35.57/hr). While the final, individual compensation and any available benefits will be determined by your employer of record ASK Staffing, Inc (and not BMS), factors that will be included in making the final determination may include the characteristics of the assignment, such as demonstrated experience, required skill, and the geographic location where the job is performed. The starting hourly compensation may be subject to change.

About ASK Consulting

ASK Consulting is an award-winning, woman-owned staffing and recruitment solutions provider with over three decades of industry experience. We specialize in connecting businesses of all sizes?across IT, healthcare, engineering, finance, and more?with top-tier professionals. Backed by a global network and personalized service approach, our team is dedicated to building meaningful partnerships that drive organizational success and empower job seekers to excel in their careers.

Benefits

ASK Consulting provides comprehensive, ACA-compliant health coverage, along with dental, vision, Short- and Long-Term disability for eligible employees. We also offer commuter benefits, a 401(k) plan with no matching, and a referral bonus program. In addition, ASK Consulting offers unpaid leave and paid sick leave as required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ASK Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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