Cell Biologist

Make an impact. Build a career. At Pace, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. We continually work to develop innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate, quality data at every critical moment and milestone. That’s why we need you — your curiosity, your talents, and your drive — to help us advance this important work, and your career.

Find your place at Pace Join us as a Cell Biologist, where you’ll put your love of science to work in the Pharma Services Group. You’ll receive all the training you need to successfully take on your new role and grow an exciting laboratory sciences career at Pace. This candidate will be responsible for performing bioassays and maintaining cell cultures to support corporate research and development. These analyses include ELISAs, PCR, DNA and more that support the development of a variety of healthcare products.

What You’ll Do

• Conducting experiments with cell lines and tissues using sterile techniques
• Support all stages of the mammalian cell culture process including maintenance, transfection, etc. at flask and bioreactor levels
• General laboratory activities and instrumentation including: pipetting, preparation of solutions/samples/media, and operation of pH meters, autoclaves and analytical balances
• Complete a variety of bioassays including ELISAs, qPCR/ddPCR, Host Cell Protein quantification, DNA quantification, mAb purification/quantification, viability etc.
• Microscopic analysis including SEM and optical microscopy
• Assist with the validation of bioassay test methods
• Work with microbial and bacteriophage samples and challenges
• Assist with the development of new methods and processes using all previously described tests
• General laboratory upkeep and supplies maintenance
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum requirement: BS degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or a related discipline.
• Experience in a molecular biology, cell culture or microbiology lab strongly preferred
• Excellent aseptic technique - Good deductive reasoning and analytical approach to problem solving
• Able to handle multiple projects concurrently, self-motivated, and results driven
• Able to communicate effectively