GSK · 1 day ago
Scientist, Oligo Discovery Biology
USA - Massachusetts - Cambridge
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $150K/yr
3+ years expGSK is a global biopharma company aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. They are seeking a Scientist to join the Oligo Discovery Biology Team, responsible for designing and optimizing automation systems for in vitro screening operations and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and compliance.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Independently design, execute, and troubleshoot high throughput cell-based assays to support oligo platform and portfolio projects
Miniaturize (384-well) and adapt cell-based assays into automated workflows. Establish new screening workflows and draft SOPs in support of new programs
Analyze and present data, recommending courses of action based on datasets. Lead and participate in discussions with cross functional teams to support lead discovery
Serve as the technical expert for site automation equipment in the Oligo Discovery Biology team and cross-functional teams, as well as provide day-to-day automation support
Own and deliver small Automation projects including cost improvement, change control, planning, validation and delivery
Ensure Automation Equipment is maintained and installed to meet site requirements
Train other scientists in the team with new assays and automation
Be a key member of Oligo Discovery Biology team and serve as a strong representative on interdisciplinary project teams
Qualification
Required
MS with 3+ or BS with 5+ years' experience in molecular or cell biology or related field with a concentration in automation
Experience in mammalian cell culture techniques, including plating and transfection of nucleic acids in high-throughput formats (96-well and 384-well plates)
Demonstrated experience in cell and molecular biology and techniques (e.g. RNA/DNA isolation, transfection, PCR/qPCR, ELISA, Western Blot, gel electrophoresis, etc.)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a team are required
Preferred
Industry experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical setting is preferred
Experience in oligonucleotide therapeutics (e.g. ASO, siRNA, SSO, RNA Editors) is a plus
Proven ability to deliver small Automation based projects on time
Proven ability to train other scientists with Automation Equipment
Experience with a wide range of Automation Equipment/Software: Tecan Fluent/Fluent Control, HighRes Bio/CellarioScheduler, Certus Flex
Familiarity with Mosaic, Benchling (LIMS), Jira is preferred
Independent individuals with strong initiative and ability to troubleshoot challenges and implement new solutions
Benefits
Health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
Retirement benefits
Paid holidays
Vacation
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Company
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Funding
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$25.51MKey Investors
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