Assoc Research Scientist - Gene and Cell Therapy

PPD is a leading global contract research organization. At PPD we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose - to improve health!

PPD Laboratories offers the most comprehensive set of laboratory services available in the industry. Our scientists work together to accelerate pharmaceutical development for small molecules, biologics, and vaccines -allowing our clients to make faster decisions about their compounds.

As an Associate Research Scientist you are committed to excellence and high quality results in your complex laboratory analysis of key pharmaceutical products. Beyond the bench, you work as a project leader with a strong sense of urgency aligned to our customers, and you are committed to delivering results.

Responsibilities:Independently performs analytical testing, method optimization/validation, and/or other specialty technologies studies OR method transfers for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a variety of formulations and/or delivery systems. Understands and conforms to methods,and protocols applicable to assigned tasks.Designs and executes experiments independentlyReviews and critiques study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other porject-related technical documentsPrepares and reviews study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other project-related technical documentsCommunicates data and technical issues to clients as neededLeads analytical (procedural and instrumental) trouble shooting sessions

PPD offers continued career advancement as a Scientist, as well as management and specialized opportunities in other departments within PPD.

At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. It's not just talk, our award-winning training programs speak for themselves.

To learn how PPD can advance your career, apply now!

What To Expect Next

We are looking forward to receiving your application. A member of our talent acquisition team will review your application and if interested, you will be contacted for an interview.PPD is a leading global contract research organization. At PPD we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose - to improve health!

PPD Laboratories offers the most comprehensive set of laboratory services available in the industry. Our scientists work together to accelerate pharmaceutical development for small molecules, biologics, and vaccines -allowing our clients to make faster decisions about their compounds.

As an Associate Research Scientist you are committed to excellence and high quality results in your complex laboratory analysis of key pharmaceutical products. Beyond the bench, you work as a project leader with a strong sense of urgency aligned to our customers, and you are committed to delivering results.

Responsibilities:Independently performs analytical testing, method optimization/validation, and/or other specialty technologies studies OR method transfers for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a variety of formulations and/or delivery systems. Understands and conforms to methods,and protocols applicable to assigned tasks.Designs and executes experiments independentlyReviews and critiques study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other porject-related technical documentsPrepares and reviews study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other project-related technical documentsCommunicates data and technical issues to clients as neededLeads analytical (procedural and instrumental) trouble shooting sessions

PPD offers continued career advancement as a Scientist, as well as management and specialized opportunities in other departments within PPD.

At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. It's not just talk, our award-winning training programs speak for themselves.

To learn how PPD can advance your career, apply now!

What To Expect Next

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

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualificationPrevious experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 5 years) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of general chemistry and molecular scienceAbility to independently perform root cause analysis for method investigationsProficiency on technical operating systemsProven problem solving and troubleshooting abilitiesProven ability in technical writing skillsTime management and project management skillsGood written and oral communication skillsAbility to work in a collaborative work environment with a teamAbility to train junior staff

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 mannerAble to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hoursAble to lift and move objects up to 25 poundsAble to work in non-traditional work environmentsAble to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiencyMay have exposure to potentially hazardous elements typically found in healthcare or laboratory environmentsAble to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activitiesQualifications

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualificationPrevious experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable 5 years) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of general chemistry and molecular scienceAbility to independently perform root cause analysis for method investigationsProficiency on technical operating systemsProven problem solving and troubleshooting abilitiesProven ability in technical writing skillsTime management and project management skillsGood written and oral communication skillsAbility to work in a collaborative work environment with a teamAbility to train junior staff

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 mannerAble to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hoursAble to lift and move objects up to 25 poundsAble to work in non-traditional work environmentsAble to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiencyMay have exposure to potentially hazardous elements typically found in healthcare or laboratory environmentsAble to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities