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Description
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Job Function:
Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical DevelopmentJob Sub Function:
Biotherapeutics R&DJob Category:
Scientific/TechnologyAll Job Posting Locations:
Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaJob Description:
We are searching for the best talent for Associate Scientist
About Innovative Medicine
Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.
Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.
Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine
Associate Scientist Position Summary
The Cell Engineering and Analytical Sciences (CEAS) department of Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine (JJIM) R&D is seeking an ambitious Associate Scientist to join the Cell Line Development group located in Spring House, PA. JJIM R&D discovers and develops novel solutions to support the unmet medical needs in oncology, immunology, neuroscience, infectious disease, and cardiovascular disease.
The role of Associate Scientist in Cell Engineering and Analytical Sciences (CEAS) Department, Cell Line Development group will support specifically the generation of cell lines that produce large molecule therapeutics in support of the fast-growing pipeline for the various disease areas. The role will contribute individually and be able to work in a team to meet project timelines and objectives.
Responsibilities:
Support in the development of mammalian cell lines secreting complex proteins.
· Cell culture development for all protein therapeutics
· Support the development of new cell biology, molecular biology, or equipment technologies to improve protein yields and shorten timelines
· Participate in projects from Lead Optimization to New Molecular Entity declaration within a cross-functional environment
· Support experimental design, data analysis, troubleshooting, contributing to project teams, and maintaining detailed records.
· Work closely with other teams at JJIM and possess excellent communication skills.
· Support and assist in general laboratory tasks related to aseptic manipulation processes.
· Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously. ·
· Keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant research experience in one of the following areas: protein expression, cell culture or process optimization, CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, and medium development is required.
· Mammalian cell culture experience is required.
· Ability to work in a matrix environment and connect with different functional groups and people in multiple levels is required.
· Excellent social, organizational, verbal and written communication skills are required.
· Accurate Data reporting for executed procedures and processes and ability to present findings to management.
· Our highly dynamic environment requires you to have a strong work ethic, expect change, and be creative.
· Highly organized and capable of working in a team environment with a positive attitude under limited supervision.
· Focus on achievement and delivery of results with high sense of urgency.
This role is based in Spring House, PA and may require up to 10% travel.
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Analytical Reasoning, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC), Clinical Trial Protocols, Collaboration, Data Quality, Drug Discovery Development, Execution Focus, Molecular Diagnostics, Pharmacogenetics, Problem Solving, Research Documents, Scientific Research, Technologically Savvy, Troubleshooting, Written ExpressionThe anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$78,000.00 - $126,500.00Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
