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Sr Scientist Immunocharacterization

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Location:
Indianapolis, IN 46201
Employee Type:
Full-Time
Industry:
Biotechnology
Manages Others:
Not Specified
Job Type:
Biotech
Experience:
Not Specified
Relocation Covered:
No
Post Date:
11/6/2009
Contact Information
Contact:
Recruitment Talent Services
Ref ID:
19318BR
Description

Covance is expanding its biotechnology services business to the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a rapidly growing scientific service offering with one of the world’s premier drug development companies. The biotechnology business unit will provide a comprehensive portfolio of contract GLP and GMP laboratory services supporting the development and manufacture of biotechnology, biopharmaceutical and vaccine products. At Covance, we help make the miracles of medicine a reality. We offer opportunities to work on diverse, challenging projects with bright, interesting colleagues while building a flexible and rewarding career.

It is a great time to join Covance!

We are currently seeking a Sr. Scientist - Immunocharacterization for our Biotechnology lab in Greenfield IN. As a Sr. Scientist you will provide scientific leadership in the technical specialty of immunology.
 

  • Provides technical expertise and leadership in the area of immunology
  • Provides technical training and mentoring of junior laboratory staff
  • Provides superior “Hands on” support for the Immunology group
  • Leads technical investigations
  • Supports the definition of and implementation of startup priorities, systems and SOPs for the biotechnology group
  • Participates in technical discussions with clients on site and at their sites as necessary to support their analytical needs and to determine the appropriate resolution of client issues.
  • Supports Sales and Marketing efforts on site and at client sites as requested
  • Assists in assigning and scheduling study performance
  • Guides junior staff and less experienced peers in GLP and cGMP interpretation.
  • Writes SOPs supporting Analytical testing, Quality systems, data systems, technical issues and instrumentation
  • Writes and supports the writing of study proposals and reports

    Experience:

  • Expertise in the analysis of Biotech/Biopharmaceutical products using immunologically based techniques
  • Hands on expertise in the performance of ELISA and other binding assays, use of plate readers, robotic systems ,and analytical software.
  • Experience with non-kit based ELISA and binding assays is needed.
  • Hands on expertise in the performance of ELISA and other binding assays, use of plate readers, robotic systems ,and analytical software.
  • Functional knowledge of LIMS and other electronic data systems
  • Strong knowledge of GMP and GLP requirements At Covance, you can make a difference, not only by helping to deliver life-saving and life-enhancing medicines to people around the world, but also by helping us become a great company. We are committed to delighting our clients with the broadest and best service portfolio in our industry. This ever-changing environment energizes our people and offers exceptional growth opportunities.

    Education:

    - Bachelor of Science/Arts (BS/BA) degree
     - 5 or more years of experience in a Regulated biotechnology, biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry
    - 8 or more years of scientific experience relevant to the performance of immunologically based analysis.
    - Preference for experience in a high throughput QC release laboratory or contract laboratory performing release testing. Relevant software and automation experience prefered GMP compliance experience strongly preferred.
    - This is a hands on position.
    - Strong written communication skills are needed

    At Covance, we help make the miracles of medicine a reality. We offer opportunities to work on diverse, challenging projects with bright, interesting colleagues while building a flexible and rewarding career.

    Covance is committed to diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. (M/F/D/V). Your confidentiality and privacy are important to us.

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