Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a high-priority search for a Direct Hire Sr. Research Associate specializing in Viral Vector on behalf of our client, an innovative Biotech company located in San Francisco, CA. If you are an experienced researcher, who is passionate about molecular and viral biology looking to drive process development of gene therapies in the biotechnology lab, we would love to hear from you!

Overview:

We are seeking a team-oriented Scientist or Chemical Engineer to join the viral vector core to support process development of novel cell and gene therapies. A successful candidate will be able to generate multiple viral vector preparations, design and execute experiments, and work collaboratively to construct solutions to development roadblocks.

The Perks:

• Significant career growth within an innovative company
• Flexible working hours (day shift)
• Work with an extremely motivated growing team
• Bright and supportive work culture
• Opportunity to play a key role in advancing therapeutic sciences
• Autonomous work environment

About You:

• You hold a Bachelors degree within a scientific field.
• You have 3+ years’ experience in a wet laboratory setting working with viral vectors.
• You come with hands on experience working with retroviral vector production and downstream processing.
• You hold downstream processing experience.
• You succeed working in a teamwork-oriented environment and love collaboration.
• You’re a team player. You have a track record of engaging, and working closely, with cross-functional teams to keep projects moving forward as smoothly as possible.
• You are a self-starter and eager to take on new projects.

What You’ll Do:

• Viral vector manufacturing of gene circuit construct candidates using  a specific proprietary production platform.
• Design processes and execute experiments to improve overall system performance.
• Analyze and present data at cross-team functional meetings.
• Communicate design ideas and translate relevant information into process improvements.
• Work with the viral vector team to develop a process for larger scale virus production for pre-clinical development
• Perform routine cell culture maintenance, cell counting, as well as media and buffer formulation.
• Routinely enter data into electronic lab notebook system and worksheets.

Compensation and Benefits:

This position offers a very competitive salary as well as full benefits package!

How to Apply:

For immediate consideration, submit your resume at: https://www.scionstaffing.com/job/7068/

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applications with arrest and conviction records.

About Our Firm:

Scion Staffing is a top temporary staffing agency and executive search firm, connecting leading companies and organizations with impeccable talent. Through our innovative team-building and staffing solutions, we bridge the gap in temporary staffing, as well as contract-to-hire employment, contingent search, and executive searches. The Business Times has recognized us as a top staffing from 2010-2019, and our clients return to us for a variety of opportunities.

Scion Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent.