Job Title: Bench Scientist – II
Location: Pearl River, NY, 10965
Duration: 13 Months
 
Job Description
Position Summary
This is a laboratory-based position within the Vaccines Early BioProcess Analytical Development group. The role supports early vaccine development by performing routine sample testing, analytical method development, and assay qualification studies. Assays include, but are not limited to, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs) and other plate-based testing. This is a fast-paced, high-visibility role supporting dynamic project timelines.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Perform sample testing in support of vaccine development, including:
  • Bioprocess and formulation development
  • Release, stability, characterization, and adjuvant compatibility studies
• Perform necessary calculations independently and communicate conclusions to management.
• Document experiments and analyze data from sample testing and method development/qualification studies using an electronic laboratory notebook (ELN) with guidance.
• Contribute to the authoring of technical documents, including:
  • Development reports
  • Analytical test methods
  • Method qualification reports
• Read and interpret scientific and technical literature to stay current in the field.
• Provide daily laboratory operations support.

 
Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BS or BA) in Biology or a related discipline.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience, including prior research experience in an analytical laboratory.
• Good working knowledge of antibody–antigen interactions and bioassay analytical techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with personal computers, including:
  • Word processing
  • Spreadsheets
  • PowerPoint
  • Relevant scientific software

 
Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with plate-based immune methods.
• Experience with automation platforms (e.g., Hamilton STAR).
• Experience documenting work using electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs).

 
 
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: $ 48.38/hr.