Associate Scientist Molecular Biology

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Nexelis keeps growing and we are looking for a dynamic Associate Scientist to help support our growth and join our Molecular Biology Team

The Associate Scientist is responsible for laboratory work and documentation based on their assignment within the laboratory. They ensure that analyses and assigned tasks are performed in a timely manner and in accordance with appropriate SOPs and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

If you join our team, you will have the chance to participate in the daily life of the most successful advanced testing service provider in the immunology field. Involved in more than 15 SARS-CoV-2 vaccine developments in partnership with multinational pharmaceutical companies, innovative biotechnology companies and prestigious NGOs such as Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation or CEPI, we also proudly serve the needs of our clients in fields such as Flu (universal and seasonal), meningitis, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), chikungunya, malaria, or HPV and are growing an immune-oncology franchise.

If this position is for you, please submit your CV and we will contact you soon!

Your Main responsibilities:

• Autonomously and proficiently manage multiple assays (Flow Cytometry, ELISPOT, PCR.) types from sample preparation to data generation;
• Responsible for assays in the laboratory based on training and competencies and can be assigned conduct validation and/or sample analysis;
• Appropriately execute method standard operating procedure (SOP), ensure completeness and accuracy of documentation;
• Follow general SOP and good laboratory practice (GLP) and good clinical practices (GCP) as applicable;
• Complete supplementary information forms as needed to complete documentation;
• Stay up to date on new SOPs, procedures, and techniques via training sessions, team meetings and internal communication avenues;
• Communicate potential problems that could impact quality of the work performed in the laboratory and data reliability and discusses appropriately with line manager;
• Perform assigned tasks in a timely manner;
• Respect Health and Safety standards in terms of personal protection, laboratory maintenance, and work procedures;

What we are looking for:

• College degree and/or University degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Immunology or another appropriate field.
• At least 1 year of pertinent and transferable experience.
• Good organizational skills.
• Attentive to details.
• Manual dexterity.
• Good communication (both written and verbal in French & English) is a must.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

What we can offer

• Generous time off policy starting at three (3) weeks vacation and five (5) days of sick time;
• Employee coverage on medical, dental and vision;
• Employee assistance program;
• Health expense account;
• Bonus compensation policy.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• related laboratory: 1 year (preferred)
• technician: 1 year (preferred)