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System One Associate Research Scientist in Seattle, Washington
Job Title: Associate Research Scientist
Location: Seattle, WA
Compensation: $55.00 - 65.50
Type: Contract, Potential for extension or conversion to permanent
Responsibilities
Execute and troubleshoot analytical assays for characterization of LNPs (HPLC/UPLC, DLS, fluorescence-based methods, etc.).
Assist in the design and evaluate the performance of new analytical development assays of LNPs including HPLC/UPLC, DLS, and fluorescence-based methods.
Assist in establishing protocols for analytical assays.
Manage the flow of samples, data, and analyses.
Optimize workflows for assessing LNP attributes.
Actively participate and support lab maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory notebook and documentation.
Summarize and present data in group meetings and contribute to group discussions and team strategy.
Author technical reports, protocols, and study memos.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
STEM degree with 2+ years of relevant industry experience; title/compensation will ultimately be commensurate with education, experience, and skillset
Demonstrated and extensive experience with HPLC/UPLC.
Experience with nanoparticle characterization techniques (DLS, MALS-FFF, NTA, encapsulation efficiency, etc.).
Independently motivated with ability to work in teams
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely through oral presentation and technical writing
Ability to leverage literature, internal and external resources to solve problems
Desire to identify and advance the cutting edge
Possess a growth mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in biological or chemical engineering, biochemistry, or bio-related field
Experience with mammalian cell-based assays which include flow cytometric readouts.
Experience with ELISAs.
Experience with the downstream purification of biological molecules (AKTA, chromatography, TFF, viral filtration, etc.)
Experience with adherent and suspension mammalian cell culture techniques
Experience with production and purification of LNPs
Benefits
System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.