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Associate Scientist

ECLAROSeattle, WA, United States
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JOB TITLE : Assistant Scientist- Viral Vector PD Pilot Lab

Location : Seattle, WA (100% onsite)

Duration : 12 months initial (potential extension / potential right to hire)

Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-driven individual to join the Gene Delivery & Editing Process Development team. Our team develops process and technology underpinning critical raw materials used in the manufacturing of engineered T cells, including viral vector.

The primary focus of this Assistant Scientist position will be to support upstream and downstream operations in our 250 L pilot lab for production of AAV and Lentiviral vectors used for gene delivery and gene editing of our cell therapy products. This team member will support current programs, advance process development of scalable, manufacturing-friendly viral vector processes, and provide non GMP grade viral vector for pipeline supporting studies. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration, personal development, and diversity in pursuit of an inclusive and motivating work environment.

Responsibilities :

  • Hands-on experience in upstream (cell culture, bioreactor operation, and transfection conditions) and downstream (depth filtration, normal flow filtration, tangential flow filtration, chromatography) unit operations for viral vector production
  • Prepare buffers and process solutions for pilot scale productions
  • Contribute to planning and design of experiments, execution and independent analysis of data.
  • Maintain proper documentation of process data.

Basic Qualifications :

  • M.S. or B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Virology, or related disciplines
  • 0-2 years of industry experience in process development or related work
  • Independently motivated with the ability to multitask and work in teams
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely through oral presentation and technical writing

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Demonstrated ability to read and understand scientific literature
  • Experience in mammalian cell culture and aseptic techniques
  • Experience with downstream equipment and techniques (Chromatography / AKTA, UF / DF, Sterile Filtration)
  • Familiar with statistical analysis and experimental design
  • Familiar with general analytical assays, such as HPLC and ELISA.

    • Additional Job Requirements :

    Position Handles Hazardous Materials

    If hired, you will enjoy the following Eclaro Benefits :

  • 401k Retirement Savings Plan administered by Merrill Lynch
  • Commuter Check Pretax Commuter Benefits
  • Eligibility to purchase Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance through Eclaro

    • If you feel you are qualified with the required skills and if you are interested , please free to send your word version most updated resume TAILORED to the job description above to June@eclaro.com or call (212)804-7476.

    Equal Opportunity Employer : Eclaro values diversity and does not discriminate based on Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

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