Innova Solutions USA - Seattle, WA
posted 5 months ago
Innova Solutions is seeking an Associate Research Scientist to join our team in Seattle, Washington. This position is a contract role lasting 12 months and requires the candidate to work onsite. The Associate Research Scientist will be responsible for the routine analysis of vector samples to assess quality attributes in support of process development studies. This will involve utilizing biophysical techniques and cell-based assays, including culturing primary cells, staining, and conducting flow cytometry. The role will also involve hands-on experimental work focused on the development and optimization of both upstream and downstream unit operations for viral vector production. This includes tasks such as cell culture, transfection conditions, clarification, tangential flow filtration, and chromatography. The successful candidate will be expected to design, plan, execute, and analyze laboratory experiments, manage the inventory of samples and materials, and ensure proper handling and storage of these materials. Documentation is a critical aspect of this role, and the Associate Research Scientist will be required to maintain accurate records of experimental results using an electronic lab notebook. Additionally, the candidate will summarize and present scientific data, reporting results to project teams. Maintaining a safe work environment in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations is also a key responsibility of this position.