Associate Scientist, Analytical Science & Technology (ASAT)

Job Description

This role is within OmniaBio’s PS&AD team which is a multidisciplinary group responsible for Process Development (PD), Analytical Development (AD), Manufacturing Sciences & Technology (MSAT), Analytical Sciences & Technology (ASAT) functions to support client and internal programs. As an Associate Scientist at OmniaBio, you will be part of a team focused on defining and executing process and/or analytical development/optimization projects as well as the technology transfer of programs into programs into OmniaBio’s cGMP manufacturing unit. Supported by other members of the team, you will be responsible to design/draft protocols, execute and author documents supporting program deliverables. With guidance and mentorship, you will also be involved in troubleshooting & investigations, supporting the PS&AD team to deliver project tasks. The Associate Scientist is part of a multidisciplinary team bringing new and innovative products to market to enable life-saving advances in cell and gene therapy and regenerative medicine.

Responsibilities

• Project task execution for process and/or analytical optimization and technology transfer programs in cell and gene therapy and regenerative medicine. This includes experiment planning and execution, data analysis, documentation and reporting.
• Presentation & communication of scientific data, predominantly to internal audiences.
• Execute on project milestones as part of a diverse and multi-disciplinary team.
• Applies standard approaches to routine problems. Seeks guidance for novel issues. Understands daily lab operations. Follows SOPs and project plans.
• Drive effective communication across the organization and leadership team.
• Assist in the evaluation of new and existing technologies to improve workflows.
• Demonstrate continuous integrity, credibility and positivity, and motivate others to do the same.
• Continuously grow and adapt in a fast-moving field to keep yourself and the organization at the forefront of the cell and gene therapy and regenerative medicine fields.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or M.Eng/MSc with 0-2 yrs industrial exp
• This is a lab based role

Desired Characteristics

• Practical experience in cell and gene therapy or regenerative medicine.
• Industry experience in cell and gene therapy or regenerative medicine.
• PD-Specific Roles: Hands-on experience working with human primary and/or stem cell cultures. Experience with bioreactors and/or other equipment relevant to cell and gene therapy.
• AD-Specific Roles: Experience with cell and molecular analytic techniques, such as flow cytometry and q-PCR.
• MSAT-Specific Roles: Experience with technology transfer of processes & platform technologies into a cGMP environment. Supporting investigations of routine cGMP manufacturing.
• ASAT-Specific Roles: Experience executing method transfer to QC and support qualification activities.
• Experience in statistical design and analysis.
• Independent, detail-oriented, self-starter with excellent analytical skills and the ability to multitask and succeed in a team environment.
• Demonstrated initiative and the ability to deliver high quality outcomes