Viral Diagnostics Analytical Sciences and Technology (ASAT) Senior Scientist
CAMRIS

Overview

We seek a Viral Diagnostics Analytical Sciences and Technology (ASAT) Senior Scientist to support the Pilot Bioproduction Facility (PBF) at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) in Silver Spring, Maryland. PBF is a one-of-a-kind cGMP-compliant pharmaceutical manufacturing facility engaging in next-generation development for cutting-edge companies and government agencies. The professionals at PBF are engaging in trailblazing endeavors every day. Most exciting, the end products vary, so every year brings multiple opportunities for professional enrichment in original projects.

CAMRIS International, LLC, is a dynamic medical research and development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today's most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include vaccine research, development, and production; microbiology and infectious disease research; biodefense; clinical research; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs.

Our employees enjoy a diverse, collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cell cultures for virus inoculation and prepare viral seeds.
• Execute viral infectivity, viral antigen, and viral microneutralization assays according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assist in the writing and quality review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various laboratory procedures.
• Assist in viral growth, purification, scale-up and testing, and stability experiments.
• Assist in the GMP and non-GMP production of viral seeds and vaccines.
• Generates and pre-reviews various assay data designated for clinical trials.
• Obtain price quotes for all materials and supplies. Tracking of orders, inventory of materials, and restocking of storage area.
• Train new employees and collaborators.
• Assist in monitoring, directing, and managing lab activities and technicians as needed.
• Assist in developing detection and neutralization assays for novelty viruses.
• Initiate and complete viral detection assays independently.
• Analyze lab results, determine the success or failure of assays, and determine the next steps required.
• Monitor and coordinate starting materials for drug substance and product testing activities at PBF.
• Oversee method development for drug substances and products.
• Perform IQ/OQ/PQ and maintain lab equipment.
• Lead method verification, qualification, and validation activities.
• Review analytical methods, validation protocols, and reports at PBF.
• Review analytical results and supporting documentation to ensure quality standards are met for release and stability testing of starting materials, drug substance and drug product.
• Maintains a safe workplace, ensuring that they are aware of and observe appropriate safety and occupational health rules and regulations. The employee must attend safety training relative to their position and report any infractions of safety procedures to the facility Safety Officer.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in biology or a related field and eight years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four or more years of experience in cell culture and virology research.
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of applicable highly complex scientific procedures and techniques relating to the position.
• Must be knowledgeable in the use of laboratory equipment, including centrifuges, pH meters, spectrophotometers, microplate washers, incubators, and purification columns.
• Good Manufacturing Practices experience.
• Must possess general knowledge of virology, cell culture laboratories, cell culture husbandry, and aseptic techniques.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States and have lived in the United States for three of the past five years if a non-US citizen.

CAMRIS International LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.CAMRIS.com . CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to, the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education, and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding.

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