Position Title: Scientist
Work Location: Swiftwater, PA, 18370
Assignment Duration: 12 Months (Potential Extension)

Key Responsibilities:
Recombinant baculovirus generation, WVB.
Protein Expression in baculovirus insect cells system in shake flasks.
Cell maintenance, transfection, infection, and harvest of viral stocks from suspension culture.
Sampling culture flasks and preparation of samples for analytical testing.
Performing standard molecular biology tasks such as DNA purification, PCR, Western blot, FACs and SDS-PAGE techniques.
Preform titer assays.
Preform aseptic techniques.
Wash glassware and USP process equipment
Design, analyze and document experiments, maintain proper records electronically and in lab notebooks.  
Effectively communicate results in group and department meetings • Contribute to lab organization, reagent tracking and ordering.
Ensure that work performed is conducted in a safe and compliant manner in adherence with SOPs/SWIs and protocols. Coordinate data capture and tracking information.
Write and review protocols and reports.

Qualification & Experience: •
BS in Biology, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or other relevant disciplines
0 -2 years of experience with BS degree working in academic or industry.
Experience in baculovirus protein expression system and insect cell cultures is highly desirable.
Ability to plan and conduct laboratory experiments, evaluate, and interpret data.
Ability to work within team environment and multitasking.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented and ability to prioritize assignments.
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Experience in cell culture procedures and associated aseptic techniques.
Willing to work changing work schedules and hours as needed.
Fluent in both written and spoken English.
Strong experience in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point is important.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands (If Applicable): Willing to work changing work schedules and hours as needed.

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 45.00/hr.