Associate Scientist - Immunochemistry Training Team

Submission for the position: Associate Scientist - Immunochemistry Training Team - (Job Number: 169437)Company Overview

PPD is a leading global Contract Research Organization - currently operating in nearly 50 countries!  At PPD we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose - to improve health. Our organization works with a diverse group of pharmaceutical companies to help bend the cost and time curve of small molecule, biologic, and vaccine product development.

This position is located at our Bioanalytical lab in Richmond, VA. Check out this video for a brief introduction to our lab as told by our scientists: https://www.ppdi.com/services/laboratories/bioanalytical-labs

We hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. You will receive extensive training to allow you to be successful at PPD, and it's not just talk - our award-winning training programs speak for themselves. In addition, our teams support career growth, allowing you to explore the numerous career pathways available once you become part of our PPD team.

Team Description

The Immunochemistry Department (ICD) analyzes samples from clinical and non-clinical trials to detect biologic therapeutics such as monoclonal antibodies and components of gene and cell therapies. In addition, samples are analyzed to detect antibodies to therapeutic molecules produced when the immune system of study subjects reacts to the administration of the drug. To perform these tests, highly customized immunoassays are developed and validated on platforms including ELISA, ECL, Gyros, Simoa and more. The department seeks to implement a high degree of lab automation, centered around Tecan EVO liquid handling workstations.

Role Description

As an Associate Scientist in the Immunochemistry Training Team, you will conduct hands-on training under the guidance of a Sr Trainer on pipetting skills, laboratory etiquette and how to operate different PPD systems such as LIMS, Assist etc.

We offer flexible scheduling to encourage a healthy work-life balance for our employees. Enjoy a Monday through Friday work week with a full time schedule you create! Lastly, we also offer health benefits, a generous PTO plan, and tuition reimbursement for all full-time employees. Let’s not forget to mention daily lunch options catered to campus from local vendors available for purchase.

Responsibilities:

Possesses an understanding of laboratory procedures and under general supervision can conduct complex analysis.

Performs a variety of routine sample preparation and analysis procedures to quantitatively measure pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a variety of formulations and/or biological matrices for stability and analytical testing.

Trains on routine operation, maintenance and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs and regulatory guidelines.

Responsible for review and compilation of results and data comparison against SOP acceptance criteria, methodology, protocol and product specifications.

Company Overview

PPD is a leading global Contract Research Organization - currently operating in nearly 50 countries!  At PPD we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose - to improve health. Our organization works with a diverse group of pharmaceutical companies to help bend the cost and time curve of small molecule, biologic, and vaccine product development.

This position is located at our Bioanalytical lab in Richmond, VA. Check out this video for a brief introduction to our lab as told by our scientists: https://www.ppdi.com/services/laboratories/bioanalytical-labs

We hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. You will receive extensive training to allow you to be successful at PPD, and it's not just talk - our award-winning training programs speak for themselves. In addition, our teams support career growth, allowing you to explore the numerous career pathways available once you become part of our PPD team.

Team Description

The Immunochemistry Department (ICD) analyzes samples from clinical and non-clinical trials to detect biologic therapeutics such as monoclonal antibodies and components of gene and cell therapies. In addition, samples are analyzed to detect antibodies to therapeutic molecules produced when the immune system of study subjects reacts to the administration of the drug. To perform these tests, highly customized immunoassays are developed and validated on platforms including ELISA, ECL, Gyros, Simoa and more. The department seeks to implement a high degree of lab automation, centered around Tecan EVO liquid handling workstations.

Role Description

As an Associate Scientist in the Immunochemistry Training Team, you will conduct hands-on training under the guidance of a Sr Trainer on pipetting skills, laboratory etiquette and how to operate different PPD systems such as LIMS, Assist etc.

We offer flexible scheduling to encourage a healthy work-life balance for our employees. Enjoy a Monday through Friday work week with a full time schedule you create! Lastly, we also offer health benefits, a generous PTO plan, and tuition reimbursement for all full-time employees. Let’s not forget to mention daily lunch options catered to campus from local vendors available for purchase.

Responsibilities:

Possesses an understanding of laboratory procedures and under general supervision can conduct complex analysis.

Performs a variety of routine sample preparation and analysis procedures to quantitatively measure pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a variety of formulations and/or biological matrices for stability and analytical testing.

Trains on routine operation, maintenance and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs and regulatory guidelines.

Responsible for review and compilation of results and data comparison against SOP acceptance criteria, methodology, protocol and product specifications.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree (Life Sciences degree preferred) or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 1 year) or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of solution preparation and laboratory procedures Familiar with FDA requirements, particularly documentation requirements Manual dexterity (pipetting, operate lab equipment, perform lab techniques) Experience performing assays, immunoassays, ELISA or similar testing Knowledge of bench maintenance through the 5S Method Follow lab safety guidelines, use of lab safety and PPE (gloves, goggles, lab coat etc)and use appropriate aseptic techniques Familiar with PPD systems such as LIMS and Assist Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities Good written and oral communication skills Time management and project management skills Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team

Work Environment Requirements

PPD values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds Able to work in non-traditional work environments Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities

What To Expect Next

We look forward to receiving your application. A member of our talent acquisition team will review your qualifications and if interested, you will be contacted for an interview.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree (Life Sciences degree preferred) or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 1 year) or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of solution preparation and laboratory procedures Familiar with FDA requirements, particularly documentation requirements Manual dexterity (pipetting, operate lab equipment, perform lab techniques) Experience performing assays, immunoassays, ELISA or similar testing Knowledge of bench maintenance through the 5S Method Follow lab safety guidelines, use of lab safety and PPE (gloves, goggles, lab coat etc)and use appropriate aseptic techniques Familiar with PPD systems such as LIMS and Assist Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities Good written and oral communication skills Time management and project management skills Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team

Work Environment Requirements

PPD values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds Able to work in non-traditional work environments Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities

What To Expect Next

We look forward to receiving your application. A member of our talent acquisition team will review your qualifications and if interested, you will be contacted for an interview.

Submission for the position: Associate Scientist - Immunochemistry Training Team - (Job Number: 169437)