ETCT Assay Scientist
Stevenage United Kingdom
Responsibilities
Location Stevenage, GB Job ID REQ-055373Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious candidate to join the PerkinElmer OneSource Scientific Services team based at one of our customer sites in Stevenage.
The successful candidate will be working within the PerkinElmer Technical Lab Services (TLS) division and will be placed within a research unit at the customer site who have a focus on R&D activities in the Oncology field and are at the forefront of developing innovative and life-changing medicines for patients.
The candidate will work within a collaborative team environment across a diverse biotherapeutic portfolio within the company and have the opportunity to develop in PerkinElmer’s scientific arena. The role will report to a dedicated PerkinElmer team leader supporting the Oncology R&D team and will be based at the GSK Stevenage campus
Job Description:
Perform routine laboratory research activities including but not limited to cell culture, sample preparation and assay reagent and media supply.
Perform various biological assays as determined by the specific departmental work project or package and using both manual and automated techniques.
Analysis and reporting of data using corporate tools; application of QC rules to show acceptability.
Track assay performance metrics & communicate issues and suggest improvements to current assay methodology, supporting evaluation of new technologies where applicable.
Be an active member of the scientific teams – contribute at team meetings by presenting data and looking for opportunities for innovation.
Comply to Health and Safety procedures for own well-being and quality of product.
Actively seek opportunities to develop the service by discussion with the team leader and customer or by the sharing of best practice with other groups.
Assist with the preparation of SOPs, Risk Assessments and best practice guides.
Act as an ambassador for TLS and promote PerkinElmer’s core values.
Operate to approved quality standards.
Work independently and flexibly depending on team priorities and set realistic work schedules to support requirements.
Perform any other reasonable duties as requested by the line manager or project team leader.
Preferred Education/Experience/Qualifications
BSc or equivalent in relevant scientific subject (e.g. Biology, Biotechnology or Biomedical Sciences), with relevant laboratory experience.
Demonstrable knowledge of cell culture, cell lines and aseptic technique.
1 year of demonstrated technical expertise in performing a variety of laboratory bioassays using manual and automated techniques.
Understanding of standard software packages (i.e.: Microsoft Office)
Highly motivated and independent, yet able to work well in a group setting.
Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality, consistent results in a timely fashion.
Ability to meet timelines successfully with the utmost attention to detail while setting high performance standards.
Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex scientific data.
Ability to execute new and established methods and protocols.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
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