Planet Pharma · 12 hours ago
Scientist II
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$45/hr - $53/hr
2+ years expPlanet Pharma is seeking a highly motivated and organized Scientist II to contribute to the research and development of monoclonal antibodies in their Antibody Technologies team. The successful candidate will design and execute experiments, analyze data, and contribute to troubleshooting efforts while working in a dynamic team environment.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Responsible for the design and execution of experiments with varying complexity using multi-color Flow Cytometry
Analyze data using FCS Express and FlowJo software, report test results including completion of all required documentation and database entries as required by protocols and SOPs
Responsible for transfection and expression of antibodies in cell lines, hybridoma tissue culture, and culture of various cell lines for testing. Specific requirement for hands-on experience with aseptic technique and cell-culture techniques
Responsible for executing experiments using automated liquid handling and other automation equipment
Day-to-day problem solving and cross-functional team-based activities to ensure that daily operations and timelines are met
Contribute to identification and implementation of process improvement projects
Train junior scientists on laboratory techniques and business processes
Independently analyze own research data, solve problems with minimal guidance and effectively plan follow up experiments. Will be expected to efficiently prioritize individual workload
Involvement with scheduling, operational and maintenance duties required within the laboratory
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master of Science degree in cellular or molecular biology, immunology, cell biology or related scientific discipline with 2+ years of laboratory experience
Hands on experience designing, performing, and analyzing flow cytometry experiments, preferably on BD flow cytometers (LSRII, LSR Fortessa, Canto, Aria)
Proficient in tissue culture techniques; including transfection of cells for protein expression
Extensive hands-on experience with flow cytometry
Expertise in tissue culture
Understanding of biochemistry and molecular biology
Ability to design and execute experiments
Detail-oriented
Ability to analyze and interpret data
Ability to contribute to troubleshooting efforts
Ability to identify and implement process improvements
Accountable for preparing and presenting data at lab meetings regarding required tasks and expected results
Hands on experience with aseptic technique and cell-culture techniques
Experience with automated liquid handling and other automation equipment
Ability to independently analyze own research data
Ability to solve problems with minimal guidance
Ability to effectively plan follow up experiments
Ability to efficiently prioritize individual workload
Involvement with scheduling, operational and maintenance duties required within the laboratory
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work in a cross-functional team-oriented environment to achieve organizational goals
Effective written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated ability to follow established policies and procedures
Demonstrated ability to keep neat, accurate, and complete records
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
Preferred
Software: BD FACS Diva, FlowJo, FCS Express, and Microsoft Office Suite
Familiarity with assay automation
Familiarity with molecular biology (DNA preparation)
Company
Planet Pharma
Planet Pharma is a pharmaceuticals company.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cynthia Lewis
Senior Executive Recruiter, Life Sciences - PPG Advisory Partners
Emma Morris
President, PPG Advisory Partners
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