Job Title:
Associate Scientist

Company: GForce Life Sciences

Location: gaithersburg, MD

Created: 2024-04-20

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

Main Duties and Responsibilities:Rescue and characterize pseudo viruses andor RNA virusesApply molecular biology skills to generate recombinant proteins and virusesExecute biochemical and cell-based assays to characterize candidate or authorized vaccines and mAbs for SARS-CoV-2, RSV, and other viral pathogensAssist in the preparation and review of bioanalytical data and reports suitable for regulatory submissionCommunicate across the matrixed team environmentEducation & Essential Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in virology, molecular biology, immunology, or another related field with 2+ years of relevant industrial (preferred) or academic experience or a Master's Degree with some relevant experience.Background in molecular biology techniques such as cloning, site-directed mutagenesis, DNA and RNA isolation and purification, sequencing, RT-PCR, and qPCR.Experience in cell culture, viral propagation, and viral titration.Ability to evaluate data quality, troubleshoot, and interpret experimental resultsMeticulous tracking and documenting of results in laboratory notebooks, databases, and scientific reportsStrong verbal and written communication skillsDesirable Requirements:Hands-on experience with paramyxoviruses and coronavirusesUnderstanding of molecular cloning techniques and vector engineeringUnderstanding of DNA sequencing techniques (NGS and Sanger) and sequence analysisExperience in the handlingprocessing of clinical specimens