Technician - Biochemical Analyses - Assay Development - Molecular biol

Technician - biochemical analyses - assay development - molecular biology

The Molecular Bioassay group is part of the Analytical Development (AD) group and is responsible for developing methods that are employed to analyze and characterize virus based vaccines. Product analysis includes tests for quantity, potency, purity, and identity, but also detailed structural characterization of vaccines. The Analytical Development group, which is part of the pharmaceutical and analytical department, has a pivotal role between the regulatory authorities quality unit and process development. In addition, the AD department supports other departments (formulation, USP and DSP development) by routine sample analysis. Within AD, the technician will be working in the molecular and bioassay (MBA) group, which is responsible for the development of new bioassays in order to characterize virus based vaccines.

Job description: We are looking for a motivated technician who enjoys working in a multidisciplinary team.

The main tasks will be the development of bioassays for characterization of vaccines that are produced with the PER.C6® technology and sample analysis to support process and product knowledge. Activities will mainly focus on assays that measure vaccine potency and vaccine purity. These include different formats, but will have a focus on ELISA, (q)PCR and cell culture-based assay systems.

The position will also involve handling of biologically active substances. Further responsibilities will be optimization of methods, troubleshooting, planning of lab-related activities as well as writing of reports and oral presentations.

Minimum Qualifications:

HLO or a masters' degree in a relevant field of cell-based assays, molecular biology, cell biology, or life sciences and is familiar with techniques as ELISA, (q)PCR, cell-culture or virus culture.

Experience in working in industry, assay development, GMP or laboratory .

Additional information about the process

Johnson & Johnson is an American multinational medical devices, pharmaceutical and consumer packaged goods manufacturer founded in 1886.

This job with Johnson & Johnson is a temporary assignment and is being managed by Kelly Services on behalf of Johnson & Johnson. Successful candidates will be placed at the Johnson & Johnson assignment and managed by Kelly Services

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