3 Key Consulting, Inc.

Associate Scientist - (JP10459)

3 Key Consulting, Inc.  •  Thousand Oaks, CA (Onsite)  •  16 days ago
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Job Description

Job Title:   Associate Scientist - (JP10459)
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA. 91320
Employment Type:  Contract
Business Unit: Cell Line Development
Duration: 18+ months (with likely extensions)
Posting Date:  06/20/22
Notes:  Only qualified candidates, please.

3 Key Consulting is hiring an Associate Scientist for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biopharmaceutical company.


Our client is seeking an Associate Scientist responsible for all aspects of production cell line development in support of advancing the pre-clinical pipeline as part of the Drug Substance Process Development organization.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Design, execute and analyze mammalian cell culture experiments including transfection, selection, single cell cloning, passaging, screening, banking, and characterization
  • Analyze and interpret data, maintain laboratory notebooks, and generate written reports
  • Generate relevant data towards authoring of regulatory submissions, publications, and patent applications
  • Communicate project updates, solve complex technical problems, participate and present scientific data in meetings
  • Evaluate and develop innovative technologies to improve expression, accelerate timelines, and improve efficiency
  • Work closely in a team environment, collaborating with various colleagues in process development, discovery, as well as interact with regulatory and quality experts in support of global regulatory filings

Basic Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemical Engineering or related life science discipline + 2 years industrial experience

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous hands-on experience in cell culture with a focus on recombinant protein production in CHO cells
  • Experience with DNA cloning, vector construction and design, advanced molecular biology techniques, and optimizing gene expression constructs to promote desired gene expression characteristics (high expression, stoichiometry, chain ratio balance, etc.)
  • Strong scientific understanding of recombinant protein expression, cell line and gene editing technologies as well as the ability to explore and develop new technologies and approaches
  • Understanding of all aspects in cell line development, bioprocess development and manufacturing of biotherapeutics
  • Advanced scientific/technical reading/writing skills, advanced analysis skills, ability to collaborate and work in team environment.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude

Top Must-Have Skill Sets:
  • Cell culture
  • Molecular Biology
  • Industrial experience, is preferred
  • BS or Master’s degree in Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemical Engineering
  • 2+ years industrial experience, if only has a BS degree (preferred)

Day to Day Responsibilities:
  • Design, execute and analyze mammalian cell culture experiments including transfection, selection, single cell cloning, passaging, screening, banking, and characterization
  • Analyze and interpret data, maintain laboratory notebooks, and generate written reports
  • Generate relevant data towards authoring of regulatory submissions, publications, and patent applications
  • Communicate project updates, solve complex technical problems, participate and present scientific data in meetings
  • Evaluate and develop innovative technologies to improve expression, accelerate timelines, and improve efficiency
  • Work closely in a team environment, collaborating with various colleagues in process development, discovery, as well as interact with regulatory and quality experts in support of global regulatory filings

Red Flags:
  • No industrial experience
  • No cell experience.
  • No degree
  • Can't learn quickly

Interview process:

Phone screening followed by interview.


We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to  resumes@3keyconsulting.com  If you decide that you’re not interested in pursuing this particular position, please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our website www.3keyconsulting.com/careers. You are also welcome to share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested in applying for this role.

3 Key Consulting, Inc.

About 3 Key Consulting, Inc.

3Key Consulting specializes in the rapid recruitment and placement of business and IT professional within the life sciences and healthcare industries. With 12 years of experience, 3Key has established a vast network of industry professionals and forged strong partnerships/alliances with key academic institutions across the country to continually develop our business professional and niche skill pipeline.

3KC offers a full suite of staffing solutions including PEO and compliance services. 3KC has several technology and industry domain practices including competencies in business intelligence, healthcare and life sciences.

People, process, and technology are 3 key areas of focus that we carefully examine individually and jointly, in order to deliver on our client's 3 key areas of focus - better, faster and cost effective BI and staffing solutions.

MISSION:

To create a better work experience for our customers, partners and employees through exceptional dedication and performance.

• We make hiring easier

• We build strong teams

• We bring about positive outcomes

VISION:

3 Key Consulting’s responsibility is to continually improve the manner and efficiency in which human resources and businesses are brought together to create value. Our vision is to put programs into action that improve market efficiencies while helping businesses and people be more productive.

Industry
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Company Size
1-10 employees
Headquarters
Simi Valley, CA
Year Founded
2009
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