Scientist III - Biophysical and Materials Analytical Characterization - FSP

Parexel • Harrisburg, PA • 2d ago

We are looking to fill a Scientist 3 - Biophysical and Materials Analytical Characterization position working as a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on long-term assignment onsite at one of our clients located in West Point, PA . This Parexel position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Description - This is a laboratory-based scientific role in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment, requiring the utilization of biophysical analytical characterization techniques to support development of vaccine drug substance and drug products in a GMP-like environment. The vaccine drug substance and product development support includes sample manipulation, equipment maintenance, routine analysis, and characterization of development vaccines to support process and formulation development.

Responsibilities

Complete vaccine related testing and composition of associated documentation.

Maintain a safe laboratory collaborating with the team to upkeep instruments.

Ensure laboratory cleanliness and exemplify a safety-first mindset.

Provide support to the scientists developing novel vaccines.

Sample preparations and manipulations, associated documentation.

Analysis of samples for particle size distribution leveraging fundamental biophysical tools [(dynamic light scattering (DLS), static laser light scattering (SLS), micro-flow imaging (MFI)] and flow cytometry.

Monitoring and ordering lab supplies and chemicals, enable sample shipments as needed.

Qualifications

Scientist 3

BS in chemistry, biology, or related field with 3-5 years of experience or MS with 1-2 years of experience

Required Skills and Experience

Understanding of technical problem solving, innovative research experience and ability to communicate scientific concepts with effective interpersonal skills

An effective collaborator with the ability to work both independently and in cross-functional teams to deliver on goals.

Experience in a laboratory environment and strong organizational skills to conduct laboratory procedures including simplistic daily maintenance /calibration.

Strong communications skills required for effective communication including participation in data review.

Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and MS Outlook including skills to simplify and communicate results/conclusions.

High compliance standard with experience in good documentation practices, OSHA safety standards, SOP-observance capabilities, and laboratory inspection/internal audit readiness.

Desired Skills and Experience

Knowledge of particle size analysis (DLS, SLS, MFI, Flow Cytometry) is highly desirable.

Expertise in analytical ultracentrifugation (AUC), nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA), flow cytometry, and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) including data interpretation skills is preferred.

Interest and ability to learn new concepts outside of core expertise and training.

Digital/Machine Learning, Small Angle X-Ray Scattering (SAXS) and/or cryogenic electron microscopy (cryo-EM) including data interpretation for biologics, materials, or vaccines.

About Parexel

Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group. We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies.

For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement.

Come join us!

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Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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